Description
Crispy chicken nuggets made in an air fryer for a healthier option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip chicken pieces in beaten eggs, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with olive oil.
- Place chicken nuggets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spray the nuggets lightly with olive oil before cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time based on the size of your chicken pieces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 4 nuggets)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: chicken nuggets, air fryer, crispy chicken, healthy snack