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Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets for Crispy Joy

Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets

These Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets are juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and ready in under 30 minutes — perfect for a quick dinner, a party snack, or meal prep. A healthy alternative to deep-frying without sacrificing crunch or flavor!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken Nuggets
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized chunks
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs panko preferred for extra crunch
  • 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese optional, adds flavor
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • cooking spray or olive oil for greasing the air fryer basket

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

  1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Season chicken chunks with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  3. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  4. Dip each chicken piece into the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture. For extra crunch, double-dip in egg and breadcrumbs.
  5. Lightly spray or brush the air fryer basket with oil. Place nuggets in a single layer without overcrowding.
  6. Cook for 10–12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

Notes

Freeze breaded nuggets before air frying for extra crunch. For gluten-free version, use GF breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes.