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Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets Recipe

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  • Author: Olivia
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 9 minutes
  • Total Time: 24 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets made with tender boneless chicken breast, coated in a seasoned breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture. Perfectly cooked in an air fryer for a healthier twist on a classic favorite, these nuggets are easy to prepare, freezer-friendly, and customizable with a spicy kick.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast

Coating

  • ¼ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut the chicken breast into 1-inch pieces. Pat each piece dry with a paper towel to ensure the coating sticks properly.
  2. Coat with Flour: Place the dried chicken pieces in a medium bowl and sprinkle with all-purpose flour. Toss to evenly coat each piece with flour.
  3. Make the Egg Wash: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg, milk, salt, and ground black pepper until fully combined.
  4. Prepare the Breadcrumb Mixture: In a separate shallow bowl, combine the Italian seasoned bread crumbs with the freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
  5. Heat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) and spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  6. Bread the Chicken: Dip each floured chicken piece into the egg wash, then coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb and Parmesan mixture. Place the coated nuggets directly onto the greased air fryer basket, ensuring about ¼ to ½ inch space between each nugget for even cooking. Work in batches if necessary based on your air fryer’s size.
  7. Air Fry the Nuggets: Cook the nuggets for 5 minutes. Then, flip each nugget over and air fry for an additional 4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Serve: Remove the chicken nuggets from the air fryer and serve warm with your favorite dipping sauces.

Notes

  • You can easily double or triple this recipe for larger batches.
  • The cooked nuggets freeze well and can be reheated later for a quick meal.
  • For a spicy twist, add ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper to the breadcrumb mixture before coating the chicken.

Find it online: https://oliviadinner.com/air-fryer-chicken-nuggets-recipe/