Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets Recipe!
Perfectly golden and oh-so-delicious. Just follow these simple steps for a quick and healthier alternative to traditional frying.
Ingredients:
- 1 pound of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper
- 2 beaten eggs
- Cooking spray
Instructions:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
- Dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, ensuring full coating.
- Roll the egg-coated chicken pieces in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing gently to make the crumbs adhere.
- Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray.
- Place the breaded chicken nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching.
- Spray the top of the nuggets with cooking spray to promote browning.
- Cook in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken nuggets are golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve with your preferred dipping sauce and savor the delightful flavor!