Spicy Chicken Treat Bites (Printable)
Crispy, spicy chicken bites baked to golden perfection with bold seasoning and fresh herbs.
# Ingredient List:
→ Chicken
01 - 1.1 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breast or thigh, cut into 1 inch cubes
→ Marinade
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tbsp hot sauce (Sriracha or Tabasco)
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1 tsp garlic powder
06 - ½ tsp cayenne pepper
07 - 1 tsp salt
08 - ½ tsp black pepper
→ Coating
09 - ¾ cup gluten-free or regular breadcrumbs
10 - ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
→ To Serve
11 - Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped
12 - Lime wedges
# How to Make:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, hot sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
03 - Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, tossing well to coat. Let sit for at least 10 minutes (up to 1 hour for more flavor).
04 - In a shallow dish, combine breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
05 - Dredge each marinated chicken piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Arrange evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 18-20 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F).
07 - Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley and serve with lime wedges.
# Helpful Tips:
01 -
- The spicy coating creates this incredible addictive quality that keeps everyone reaching for just one more
- They come together in under an hour but taste like something from a restaurant
02 -
- Do not skip resting time in the marinade or the flavor will not penetrate
- Press the crumbs on firmly, otherwise they fall off during baking
03 -
- Pat the chicken dry before marinating for better adherence
- Space pieces evenly on the pan—crowding leads to steaming instead of baking