Air Fryer Crispy Chicken Nuggets
These air fryer crispy chicken nuggets are a healthier alternative to deep-fried versions, with a golden, crunchy coating and tender, juicy center. Perfect for kids and adults alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade and let sit for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- In another bowl, mix panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Remove chicken from marinade and coat evenly in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place chicken nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket and spray lightly with cooking spray or brush with olive oil.
- Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Soaking in buttermilk helps tenderize the chicken and adds flavor.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for a gluten-free version.
- Freeze uncooked coated nuggets for later use—just add 2-3 minutes to cook time from frozen.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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