Description
Enjoy a healthier twist on the classic chicken nugget with these crispy air fryer chicken nuggets, perfect for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Mix the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in one bowl.
- Place the flour in another bowl.
- Whisk the eggs in a third bowl.
- Dredge each chicken piece in flour, dip it into the beaten eggs, and then coat it in the panko mixture.
- Arrange the coated chicken nuggets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Spray the nuggets lightly with cooking spray.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Ensure each chicken piece is well-coated for perfect crunch. Adjust cooking times based on the size of chicken pieces.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 150mg
Keywords: chicken nuggets, air fryer, kid-friendly meal, healthy recipe