Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Follow this simple recipe for making the most flavorful and crips air fryer chicken nuggets! A perfect healthier option for kids!This recipe makes about 20 nuggets.
Calories: 134kcal
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts cut in chunks and lightly seasoned with salt and black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3/4 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon melted unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- parsley for garnish and ketchup for serving
Instructions
- On a cutting board, cut each chicken breast into about ten pieces.
- Add the chicken chunks to a medium-deep bowl and lightly season with some salt and pepper. Next, toss the chicken, melted butter, and olive oil using tongs until evenly coated.
- In another medium bowl or rimmed plate, whisk together the bread crumbs, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Preheat the Air Fryer to 400 degrees.
- Working with a few chicken pieces at a time, coat the nuggets in the breadcrumb mixture until coated on all sides. Transfer to a plate until the air fryer is heated.
- When the Air Fryer is hot, add the chicken nuggets in a single layer to the tray. Set the air fryer to 400 degrees for 8 minutes, and flip the nuggets after 4 minutes.
- Serve immediately and garnish with parsley if desired. Serve with ketchup or your favorite condiment for dipping.
Nutrition
Serving: 4g | Calories: 134kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 1165mg | Potassium: 41mg | Fiber: 0.5g | Sugar: 0.1g | Vitamin A: 5IU | Vitamin C: 0.03mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 0.3mg