Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Air fryer chicken nuggets are a healthier, crispy alternative to traditional fried nuggets. Made with real chicken and minimal oil, they’re golden on the outside, juicy on the inside, and perfect for a quick meal or snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 27 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Cooking spray or oil (for greasing air fryer basket)
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite-sized nugget pieces.
- In a bowl, beat the eggs. In another bowl, add the flour. In a third bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, then dip in egg, and coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or oil.
- Place the coated chicken nuggets in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding.
- Air fry at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
For extra crispiness, don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket.Use panko breadcrumbs for a lighter, crunchier texture.Add Parmesan, herbs, or spices to the breadcrumb mix for variety.Freeze cooked or uncooked nuggets for future meals.Thighs make juicier nuggets; breasts offer leaner results.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 140mg
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