These air fryer Mediterranean chicken bites use ground chicken with feta, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh herbs for a delicious twist on kofta that’s packed with Mediterranean flavor.
Kofta is a beloved Middle Eastern dish made with seasoned ground meat that’s traditionally grilled on skewers or shaped into patties. I used it as my inspiration for this recipe — I love using the air fryer to make these Mediterranean chicken bites because they cook up golden and crispy on the outside while staying incredibly juicy on the inside. Plus, the whole thing comes together in just 25 minutes!
Recipe Highlights
- Ready in 25 minutes: With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes in the air fryer, this is a true weeknight dinner hero.
- Packed with Mediterranean flavor: Feta, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh mint, and parsley give these chicken bites serious depth without a long ingredient list.
- No skewers needed: Instead of fussing with skewers, you simply press the mixture into the air fryer basket and score it into pieces — so easy!
- Lighter than traditional chicken patties: Ground chicken keeps things lean while the feta and sun-dried tomatoes add plenty of moisture and richness.
- Meal-prep friendly: Make a batch on Sunday and enjoy it all week long over rice, in wraps, or on salads.
Ingredients Needed
- Ground chicken — the base of these bites. You can also use ground turkey, or mix in some ground beef or pork for extra richness.
- Feta crumbles — adds a salty, tangy kick that melts into the meat as it cooks.
- Sun-dried tomatoes in oil — these bring a concentrated, sweet-savory tomato flavor and help keep the chicken moist.
- Red onion — finely minced for a subtle bite and crunch.
- Sea salt & Italian seasoning — simple seasonings that let the other flavors shine.
- Fresh parsley & mint — a classic Mediterranean herb duo! They add brightness and that unmistakable Mediterranean freshness.
How to Make Air Fryer Mediterranean Chicken Bites
Preheat: Start by preheating your air fryer to 350°F.
Mix: Add the ground chicken, feta crumbles, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, minced red onion, sea salt, Italian seasoning, parsley, and mint to a large bowl. Use a silicone spatula to stir everything together until well combined.
Shape: Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and transfer the chicken mixture into the basket. Press it down so it’s flat and even across the surface.
Score: Using the spatula, separate the mixture into three columns with vertical lines, breaking the sections apart so they don’t touch. Then make horizontal lines about 2 inches apart down each column to create individual pieces.
Air fry: Drizzle the chicken with a little olive oil, then air fry for 10–15 minutes until the chicken is golden brown on the outside and cooked through. Remove from the air fryer and serve over rice!
Serving Suggestions
These air fryer Mediterranean chicken bites are incredibly versatile! Here are some of my favorite ways to serve it:
- Over rice: White rice, basmati, or even cauliflower rice with a big dollop of yogurt on top.
- In a pita wrap: Stuff the chicken pieces into warm pita with cucumber, tomatoes, pickled onions, and tahini sauce.
- On a mezze plate: Serve alongside hummus, tabbouleh, pickles, and warm flatbread for a spread.
- As a salad topper: Chop up the pieces and serve over a big Mediterranean salad with lemon vinaigrette.
- With roasted veggies: Pair with roasted bell peppers, zucchini, and eggplant for a complete meal.
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Preheat the air fryer to 350℉.
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Add all of the ingredients to a large bowl. Using a silicone spatula, stir to combine.
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Line the basket of the air fryer with parchment paper and fill with the ground chicken mixture. Press the mixture down so it is flat and even.
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Use the spatula to separate the chicken into three sections with a vertical line, breaking the sections apart so they don’t touch (creating columns). Then, create little horizontal lines, about 2 inches apart, all the way down the columns.
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Drizzle the chicken with olive oil and air fry for 10-15 minutes or until it’s golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the air fryer and serve over rice.
You can use ground turkey instead of ground chicken.
Feel free to add flavor and fat by adding some ground pork or ground beef to the ground chicken.
If you would like to add spice, add red pepper flakes.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
