Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets Recipe
Crispy and juicy homemade chicken nuggets made in the air fryer for a healthier twist on a classic favorite.
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Cooking spray or oil spray
Instructions
- In a bowl, marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
- In another bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and coat each piece in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Spray the tops lightly with oil spray.
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, use panko breadcrumbs.
- You can substitute buttermilk with plain yogurt or milk with a splash of vinegar.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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