Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken
01 -
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1½-inch pieces (approximately 2 chicken breasts)
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon onion powder
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½ teaspoon paprika
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2 cups panko breading
→ Butter Sauce Coating
08 -
4 tablespoons butter, melted
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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2 teaspoons garlic, minced
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¼ cup parsley, finely diced
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¼ teaspoon salt
# Instructions:
01 -
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
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In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, olive oil, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Toss to coat evenly, then add panko breading and mix again to coat all pieces.
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Place the coated chicken in a single even layer in the basket of the air fryer. Work in batches if necessary. Fry for 8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, and salt.
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Transfer cooked chicken to a bowl and pour the butter sauce over it, ensuring each piece is coated evenly. Place the coated chicken back into the air fryer for an additional 5 minutes. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F.
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Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.