Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes. Pat dry with paper towels.
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
In a shallow bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs, ranch dressing mix, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix well.
1 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 ounce ranch dressing mix, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
In another shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and milk.
1 large egg, 2 tablespoons milk
Dip each chicken cube into the egg wash, then dredge in the ranch coating mixture, ensuring it's fully coated and pressing gently so it sticks.
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the coated chicken bites in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding. You may need to cook in batches.
Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces, such as ranch dressing, BBQ sauce, or honey mustard.
