Crispy Chicken Tortilla Bites
10 December 2025
These Crispy Chicken Tortilla Bites are the perfect quick snack when you want something crunchy, golden, and delicious. Made with ground chicken spread over soft tortillas, cut into wedges, dipped in a smooth batter, and coated in crushed cornflakes, they fry up beautifully crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. This recipe is easy to follow, uses simple ingredients, and delivers a fun appetizer that everyone will love. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy a bite that’s both crunchy and satisfying.
So, if all that sounds good to you, read on!
Why You Will Love This Recipe?
If you’re looking for a snack that is crunchy, fun to make, and impossible to resist, these Crispy Chicken Tortilla Bites will quickly become a favorite. They combine simple ingredients with amazing texture, giving you a golden, crispy bite every single time. Whether you’re cooking for family, hosting friends, or just craving something satisfying, this recipe checks all the boxes.
Super crispy texture – Crushed cornflakes create an ultra-crunchy coating that stays crisp even after frying.
Simple ingredients – Made with everyday items you probably already have at home.
Quick and easy to prepare – Perfect for busy days or last-minute appetizers.
Kid-friendly and fun – Bite-sized, dippable, and guaranteed to be a hit.
Versatile and crowd-pleasing – Great for parties, snacks, lunchboxes, or casual dinners.
Perfect for dipping – Amazing with garlic mayo, spicy sauces, ranch, or any dip you love.
Crispy outside, tender inside – The ideal combination of textures in every bite.
With so much flavor and crunch packed into such a simple recipe, these tortilla bites are sure to become one of your go-to favorites. Get ready to make a batch that disappears fast!
More Delicious Chicken Recipes You’ll Love
If you enjoy crispy bites and easy tortilla recipes, you’ll love exploring these other chicken favorites. Each one is quick, flavorful, and perfect for busy days when you want something delicious without extra effort.
Try these reader-favorite chicken wrap and taco recipes:
Crispy Baked Chicken Tortilla Wraps – A crunchy oven-baked twist that’s perfect when you want something lighter yet still satisfying.
Crispy Baked Chicken Tortilla Wraps – A crunchy oven-baked option that delivers great texture without frying.
Cheesy Chicken Quesadilla Cones – Fun, cheesy, and packed with chicken and veggies, ideal for a quick snack or lunch.
These recipes pair perfectly with your Crispy Chicken Tortilla Bites and offer plenty of inspiration for fast, flavorful meals your family will enjoy.
Ingredients in Crispy Chicken Tortilla Bites
Here’s what you need to make Crispy Chicken Tortilla Bites:
Tortilla: Use regular flour tortillas for this recipe. They hold the chicken mixture well and crisp up beautifully after frying.
Chicken: Ground chicken or finely processed chicken breast works best. It spreads easily on the tortilla and cooks evenly.
Salt and Pepper: Basic seasoning to enhance the flavor of the chicken mixture.
Eggs: They help create a smooth batter that sticks well to the tortilla pieces.
Flour: Used to thicken the batter and help the coating adhere properly.
Water: Adds moisture to the batter so it stays light and easy to dip each piece into.
Baking Powder: Makes the batter slightly airy, creating a crispier finish when fried.
Garlic Powder: Adds a subtle savory flavor that complements the chicken.
Optional Spices: Chili flakes or chili powder can be used if you prefer a spicier version.
Panko or Crushed Cornflakes: These give the bites their signature crunchy coating. Cornflakes provide a thicker, extra-crispy crust.
Oil: Used for frying until golden and crispy. Any neutral oil with a high smoke point works well.
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Making these Crispy Chicken Tortilla Bites is a simple and satisfying process that transforms basic ingredients into a crunchy, golden snack. The chicken is mixed and spread over soft tortillas, then cut into bite-sized pieces that get dipped in a light batter and coated in a crispy crust. Once fried, each piece turns beautifully golden with a tender center and an irresistibly crunchy exterior. It’s a quick, rewarding recipe that delivers amazing texture and flavor with minimal effort.
- Prepare the chicken mixture
Place the chicken in a food processor and blend until finely ground. Season with a quarter of the prepared spices, then mix well to combine.
- Assemble the tortilla
Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the tortilla, covering it from edge to edge.
- Cut into pieces
Slice the tortilla into small wedges or triangles, depending on the size you prefer.
- Make the batter
In a separate bowl, whisk together the egg, flour, water, baking powder, garlic powder, and the remaining seasoning until smooth.
- Coat each piece
Dip each tortilla wedge into the batter, making sure it is fully coated, then press it into the panko or crushed cornflakes to create a crunchy outer layer.
- Heat the oil
Add oil to a pan and warm it over medium heat until hot enough for frying.
- Fry until golden
Fry the coated tortilla bites on both sides until crispy and golden brown. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm
Enjoy the bites fresh with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ready to Serve
Once the bites are golden and crispy, transfer them to a serving plate and let them cool slightly. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy the perfect combination of a crunchy exterior and tender chicken inside.
These Crispy Chicken Tortilla Bites are a fun, flavorful recipe that comes together quickly and delivers incredible crunch in every bite. Whether you serve them as a snack, appetizer, or easy weeknight treat, they’re guaranteed to disappear fast.
Try them with your favorite dipping sauce, explore different spice variations, and enjoy a recipe that’s as versatile as it is delicious.
I’d love to know what you think if you give this a try! 🙂 – Angie
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Crispy Chicken Tortilla Bites
Ingredients
For the Filling
- 1 tortilla wrap
- 270 g chicken breast finely processed or ground
- ⅙ teaspoon salt
- 1/12 teaspoon black pepper a tiny pinch
For the Batter
- 1 egg
- 1 ⅓ tablespoons flour
- 35 ml water
- ⅔ teaspoon baking powder
- ⅙ teaspoon salt
- ⅙ teaspoon garlic powder
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- Optional: a pinch of chili powder
- Optional: a pinch of chili flakes
For the Coating
- ⅔ cup panko or crushed cornflakes ≈ 130 ml
For Frying
- Oil enough to cover the base of your pan
Instructions
- Add the chicken to a food processor and blend until finely ground. Season with a pinch of salt and black pepper, then mix well.
- In a bowl, whisk together the egg, flour, water, baking powder, salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and optional spices until the batter is smooth.
- Spread the chicken mixture evenly over the tortilla, covering the entire surface.
- Cut the tortilla into small wedges or triangles, depending on the size you prefer.
- Dip each wedge into the batter, making sure it is fully coated.
- Press each coated piece into the panko or crushed cornflakes to create a crunchy crust.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat until hot.
- Fry the tortilla bites on both sides until golden and crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Estimated Calories
Total recipe: ~ 520–580 calories
Per serving (2 servings): ~ 260–290 calories
Calorie Breakdown (approx.)
- Chicken breast (270 g): ~ 300 calories
- Flour + egg + batter ingredients: ~ 110 calories
- Cornflakes/panko coating (⅔ cup): ~ 100–120 calories
- Tortilla (1 medium): ~ 120 calories
- Oil absorbed during frying: ~ 60–100 calories (depends on how much the coating absorbs)
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