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Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets

Angela Milnes
Say goodbye to greasy takeout! These air fryer chicken nuggets are quick, crispy, and made with love—perfect for busy moms and happy little eaters.
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Prep Time 6 minutes
Cook Time 9 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Air Fryer Recipes, Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 127 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoon Butter (melted)
  • ½ Breadcrumbs
  • 2 tablespoon Parmesan Cheese (grated)

Instructions
 

  • Preheat for your air fryer at 400°F/205°C for 3 minutes. Slice your chicken breast into nugget size slices
  • Season your chicken nuggets with seasoned salt and pepper and set aside.
  • Combine melted butter with ½ cup of bread crumbs. (Add the parmesan cheese if you opt to use this).
  • Dip your chicken strips into the breadcrumbs. Place in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  • Set the timer for 9 minutes. Once cooked, place chicken nuggets on a plate to cool.

Notes

Avocado Nuggets: Simply switch out your chicken breasts for avocado and you can make crispy avocado nuggets in the air fryer.
Double Coat for Crunch: For a crispier texture, dip the nuggets in an egg wash after the butter, then coat with breadcrumbs a second time.

Nutrition

Calories: 127kcalCarbohydrates: 0.1gProtein: 17gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 726mgPotassium: 283mgFiber: 0.003gSugar: 0.02gVitamin A: 152IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.3mg
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