5 from 30 votes
Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
This Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets recipe transforms bite-sized chicken breast pieces into golden, crispy nuggets coated with seasoned panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. The smoked paprika and salt provide subtle savory notes, while air frying crisps the crust without excess oil, resulting in tender, moist chicken inside. These nuggets are convenient for quick meals and provide a satisfying crunchy texture with a balanced seasoning profile.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings:
2
People
Calories:
295 kcal
Course:
Dinner
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs seasoned with Italian seasoning, if desired
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg large
- 3 tablespoons white whole-wheat flour
- 1/2 pound chicken breast cut into 1-inch cubes, boneless, skinless
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400℉.
- Mix the panko, cheese, paprika, and salt, and spread onto a large, rimmed plate. Pace the egg in a medium bowl and whisk it. Finally, place the flour in a medium, rimmed plate.
- Dredge the chicken in the flour, followed by the egg, shaking off any excess. Cover the pieces with the panko and place into the mesh basket of your air fryer.
- Cook until golden brown and crispy and an instant read thermometer reads 165℉, about 10 to 13 minutes.
- Serve hot!
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Nutrition Information
Calories
295kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
22g
(7%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Cholesterol
157mg
(52%)
Sodium
1193mg
(50%)
Potassium
453mg
(10%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 2 People
Amount Per Serving
Calories 295
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 295kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Cholesterol | 157mg | 52% |
| Sodium | 1193mg | 50% |
| Potassium | 453mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.