Ingredients
Chicken:
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900 grams (2 pounds) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Marinade:
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225 grams (8 ounces) light cream cheese, softened
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1 egg
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Juice of 1 lemon or lime
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1 tablespoon homemade chipotle seasoning
Coating:
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250 grams (2 cups) plain flour
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2 tablespoons chipotle seasoning
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1 tablespoon smoked paprika
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1 tablespoon salt
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125 mL (½ cup) skim milk
01
Marinate
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In a large bowl, mix softened cream cheese, egg, lemon/lime juice, and 1 tablespoon chipotle seasoning. Use a hand mixer if desired.
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Add chicken pieces, stir to coat, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavour).
02
Coating
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In a small plastic bag, combine flour, 2 tablespoons chipotle seasoning, paprika, and salt.
03
Breading
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Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
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Place a few marinated chicken pieces in the flour mixture, seal the bag, and shake to coat. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
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Repeat with all chicken pieces.
04
Air Frying
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Arrange chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Spray well with olive oil.
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Air fry for 8 minutes, flip, spray again, and air fry for an additional 5–7 minutes (adjust time based on your air fryer).
