How to Make Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken nuggets are a beloved classic that are enjoyed by people of all ages. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a delicious snack, chicken nuggets are always a crowd-pleaser. However, traditional deep-fried chicken nuggets can be high in fat and calories, which is why we're excited to share this air fryer chicken nuggets recipe with you.

Using an air fryer to make chicken nuggets yields a crispy and crunchy texture without all the added oil and grease. No...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 pounds chicken tenderloins, cut into nugget size
  • 1 cup flour
  • 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon parsley flakes
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups panko bread crumbs
  • cooking spray

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Mix buttermilk and chicken in a large bowl and let soak while you prepare the seasoned flour.
  • Combine flour, Parmesan cheese, paprika, parsley, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Beat eggs in a separate bowl. Pour bread crumbs onto a flat plate.
  • Dredge each chicken nugget first in flour, then in beaten egg, and finally coat in breadcrumbs.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Spray the basket with cooking spray. Place as many nuggets into the basket as you can without overcrowding. Lightly mist the tops of the nuggets with cooking spray.
  • Cook for 10 minutes. Flip chicken nuggets and cook for an additional 2 minutes. Remove and repeat with remaining nuggets.
  • Nutrition

    310 cal.

    • Total Fat: 7g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 119mg
    • Sodium: 564mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 34g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 33g
    • Vitamin C: 2mg
    • Calcium: 84mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 315mg