Get ready for some crispy, golden goodness with these Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets! They are juicy on the inside and perfectly seasoned on the outside, making them a hit for both kids and adults alike. Let’s dive into this satisfying recipe!
Marinating Magic
This part’s so satisfying—marinating the chicken in pickle juice adds an incredible flavor that you won't want to miss!
Cooking Tips
Remember to space out your nuggets in the air fryer for that perfect crunch!
Ingredients
- Chicken Nugget Base:
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- Breading:
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Instructions
- Marinate Chicken:
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Step 1- Marinate: Marinate: Cut the chicken into 1.5 inch pieces and place in a bowl or ziplock bag with the pickle juice and marinate for 30 minutes.
- Prepare Breading:
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Step 2- Make Breading: Make Breading: Add flour, powdered sugar, paprika, black pepper, chili powder, salt, and baking powder to a ziplock bag.
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Step 3- Egg Mixture: Add milk, and egg to a separate bowl and mix together. Preheat air fryer to 360 degrees.
- Coating Chicken:
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Step 4- Coat the Chicken: Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from pickle marinade and add to the bowl with the egg mixture. Spoon out the pieces (letting any excess egg mixture to drip off) and place them in the ziplock bag with the dry seasonings. Seal and shake bag to evenly coat all of the chicken.
- Air Frying:
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Step 5- Cook: Cook: Spray the bottom of the fry basket with nonstick cooking spray and place half of the chicken pieces into a single layer in the bottom of the basket, spacing them out so they don't stick together. Generously spray the top of each piece of chicken with cooking spray.
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Step 6- Air Fry: Air Fry at 360 for 6 minutes. Open air fryer, flip chicken pieces to the other side, and spray tops again with cooking spray. Increase air fryer temperature to 400 degrees and cook for 2 more minutes, or until crisp and cooked through. (Exact cooking time will vary depending on the size of your nuggets, your air fryer, etc.)
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Step 7- Dippings sauces: Dippings sauces: BBQ Sauce, Ranch, Chick-fil-A Sauce, Hot Honey, Ketchup, Serve with: Baked Sweet Potato Fries, Fresh fruit, Applesauce, Veggies and Dip, Salad, Roasted Vegetables
Nutrition
- Calories: 350, Fat: 15g, Carbs: 25g, Protein: 30g
Cooking techniques
Cooking Techniques: Air frying is a fantastic way to achieve that crispy texture without deep frying. Make sure to preheat your air fryer for best results!
Variations or substitutions
Variations or Substitutions: Feel free to substitute chicken with tofu for a vegetarian option, or use different spices in the breading to customize the flavor to your liking!
Storage tips
Storage Tips: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best results!
Notes
These nuggets are a great way to get kids involved in the kitchen! Let them help with the breading process, and they'll be excited to eat what they've made.
