Spicy Air Fryer Chicken Bites with Sweet Potato Fries

1.Prepare the sweet potato fries: In a medium bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper until evenly coated.

2.Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F).

3.In a separate bowl, toss the cubed chicken with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.

4.Load the air fryer basket: Place the seasoned sweet potato fries in a single layer (or as close as possible) in the air fryer basket. Cook for 6 minutes.

5.While the fries cook, place the seasoned chicken bites in a separate small bowl, ensuring they are not overlapping.

6.After the initial 6 minutes, shake the basket well to flip the fries. Add the chicken bites to the air fryer basket, distributing them around the fries if space allows, or cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.

7.Continue cooking for another 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time for both the fries and chicken, until the chicken is cooked through (internal temperature of 74°C/165°F) and the fries are tender and slightly crispy.

8.Serve immediately. For a kid-friendly option, omit the cayenne pepper or serve the spicy seasoning on the side.