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Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets

Delightful chicken nuggets with a crispy coating, made healthier in an air fryer, perfect for any family meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 32 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Nuggets
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breast Cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 2 pieces eggs For coating
  • 1.5 cups Panko breadcrumbs Creates a crispy texture
  • 1 tsp dried parsley Adds freshness
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour First layer of coating
  • 0.5 tsp smoked paprika Enhances flavor
  • 0.5 tsp garlic powder Adds aromatic quality
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder Adds depth of flavor
  • 1 tsp sea salt Amplifies flavors
  • 0.25 tsp ground black pepper Adds a hint of heat
  • Avocado oil cooking spray For crisping up the nuggets

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken breast into uniform nugget-sized pieces, approximately 1-inch cubes.
  2. In one medium bowl, combine the Panko breadcrumbs with dried parsley.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  4. Whisk the eggs in a third bowl until fully combined.
  5. Line a large baking sheet with an oven-safe wire rack.
Dipping Process
  1. Coat each piece of chicken in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, followed by a generous coating of the breadcrumb mixture.
  3. Transfer the dredged nuggets to the wire rack.
Cooking
  1. Generously spray the chicken nuggets with avocado oil cooking spray.
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
  3. Place the nuggets in the air fryer basket about 1 inch apart.
  4. Air fry the chicken nuggets for 6 minutes, then carefully flip them and cook for an additional 4-6 minutes until golden brown.
  5. Serve your crispy nuggets with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

Marinate chicken pieces in buttermilk for enhanced flavor and moisture. Experiment with different flavored breadcrumbs for unique variations.