Description
Crispy and juicy chicken nuggets made easily in an air fryer, perfect for a quick meal or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off.
- Coat the chicken in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing to adhere.
- Place the coated chicken nuggets in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Feel free to add your favorite spices to the breadcrumb mixture for extra flavor.
- Serve with honey mustard, barbecue sauce, or ranch dressing for dipping.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 12
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 350
- Fat: 10
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Protein: 25
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