Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets (Printer-Friendly Version)
# What You'll Need:
01 -
1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 -
1 large egg
03 -
1/2 teaspoon salt
04 -
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 -
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 -
1/2 teaspoon paprika
07 -
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
08 -
1 cup panko breadcrumbs
09 -
1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
10 -
1/4 cup parmesan cheese
11 -
Cooking spray
# Let's Cook!:
01 -
In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried parsley. Mix until the chicken is well coated.
02 -
In a shallow bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, plain breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese until well combined.
03 -
Working with one piece at a time, dredge each chicken piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to ensure even coating on all sides.
04 -
Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in your air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd (you'll likely need to cook in batches). Spray the nuggets generously with cooking spray. Cook at 400°F for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
05 -
Remove the first batch and repeat the process with any remaining chicken pieces. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce such as ketchup, honey mustard, BBQ sauce, spicy mayo, or yum yum sauce.
# Recipe Notes:
01 -
These healthy air fryer chicken nuggets contain only 237 calories per serving and are a great low-fat alternative to traditional fried nuggets.
02 -
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To freeze, cool completely and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
03 -
For best results when reheating frozen nuggets, cook them in a preheated air fryer at 400°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.