Soy-Free Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Bites

Get ready to elevate your chicken night with these Soy-Free Crispy Oven-Baked Chicken Bites—perfectly tender on the inside, irresistibly crunchy on the outside, and completely free of soy! This recipe uses a tangy buttermilk and Greek yogurt marinade to infuse the chicken with incredible flavor while keeping it moist and juicy. The secret to their golden, crunchy exterior? A light dredge in a blend of paprika, garlic powder, cornstarch, and panko breadcrumbs, baked to crispy perfection in the oven with a touch of olive oil. Quick to prepare and healthier than frying, these bite-sized delights are ideal as a kid-friendly dinner, a party appetizer, or a protein-packed snack. Serve them fresh out of the oven with a sprinkle of parsley and your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleaser everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Chicken breasts
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg
• 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and set aside.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, Greek yogurt, and apple cider vinegar. Add the chicken pieces to the mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Let them marinate for at least 20 minutes, or up to an hour in the refrigerator for more flavor.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and salt.

Step 5

In another bowl, crack the egg and beat it lightly.

Step 6

Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow bowl.

Step 7

Remove each piece of chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off. Dredge it in the flour mixture, then dip it in the egg, and finally coat it thoroughly with breadcrumbs.

Step 8

Arrange the coated chicken bites on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over them or use an oil spray to coat them lightly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, turning them halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy.

Step 10

Once baked, remove from the oven and let the bites rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with your favorite dipping sauce or as is.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1434.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2844.8

Total Fat 102.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.8g
Cholesterol 817.8mg	0%
Sodium 3795.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.6g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 260.4g	0%

Vitamin D 180.6IU	0%
Calcium 622.6mg	0%
Iron 17.1mg	0%
Potassium 1002.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 33.2%

Protein: 37.4%

Carbs: 29.4%