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Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets are a healthy low-fat alternative to frying at just 237 calories per serving! With just 5 simple ingredients, plus seasonings, these can be on the table in less than 30 minutes.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 237 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 teaspoon EACH salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, dried parsley
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- ½ cup plain breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chicken, egg, and spices.
- In a shallow bowl, mix together the panko breadcrumbs, plain breadcrumbs, and parmesan cheese.
- Working with one chicken piece at a time, dredge into the panko mixture, making sure to coat evenly by pressing on all sides of the chicken.
- Transfer chicken pieces to the air fryer basket in a single layer (you may have to do this in multiple batches) and generously spray with cooking spray.
- Cook on 400ºF for 10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Transfer chicken nuggets and repeat the process with the remaining batch.
- Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce such as ketchup, honey mustard, BBQ sauce, spicy mayo or yum yum sauce.
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Notes
- Storing leftovers: Place in an airtight container in the fridge for up to about 3 days.
- Freeze: To freeze, let the nuggets cool completely, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Label it with the date. They will keep in the freezer for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: For best results, reheat from frozen in a preheated air fryer. Cook them for 10-12 minutes at 400ºF, flipping halfway through.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
237kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
12g
(4%)
Protein
30g
(60%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
123mg
(41%)
Sodium
370mg
(15%)
Potassium
475mg
(14%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
1g
(2%)
Vitamin A
150IU
(3%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
117mg
(12%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 237
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 237kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 4% |
| Protein | 30g | 60% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 123mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 370mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 475mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 150IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 117mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.