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Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets

Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets: 5 Crispy Delights to Impress

Crispy and delicious air fryer chicken nuggets.

  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip chicken pieces in the flour mixture, then in the beaten eggs, and finally coat them with breadcrumbs.
  4. Place the coated chicken nuggets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown.
  6. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Ensure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
  • For extra crunch, spray nuggets lightly with cooking spray before air frying.
  • You can customize the spices to your taste.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 nuggets
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets, Chicken Nuggets, Easy Chicken Recipe