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Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets

Kasia
Gluten Free, Dairy Free, Nut Free, Soy Free
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Course Dinner, Lunch
Cuisine American, British
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 445 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Shallow Dish
  • Pastry Brush For oil
  • Tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Medium Eggs
  • 2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 150 grams Gluten Free Breadcrumbs
  • 4 Medium Chicken Breasts
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 3/4 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/8 tsp Ground Pepper
  • 4 tbsp Olive Oil

Instructions
 

  • Cut the chicken into chunks (around 1-1.5" pieces), removing any excess fat and set aside
  • Add the smoked paprika, breadcrumbs, salt, garlic powder and pepper into a shallow dish and mix together so the spices are evenly distributed throughout the breadcrumbs then set aside
  • Whisk together the eggs in a mixing bowl
  • Take one piece of chicken at a time, dip into the egg binder then immediately place into the breadcrumb mix and coat fully
  • Repeat this until all chicken pieces are fully coated in breadcrumbs
  • Place the chicken nuggets in the air fryer drawer on a single layer, making sure there are no overlapping pieces (you may need to do several batches)
  • Brush or spray the olive oil over the nuggets so they are evenly coated
  • Cook in the air fryer for 4 minutes at 200°C
  • Remove the air fryer drawer and use tongs to flip the chicken nuggets over
  • Spray or brush more oil on the nuggets if required
  • Cook for a further 4 minutes at 200°C until golden and crispy
  • Once baked, remove from the air fryer, serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • Calories do not include dipping sauces or any extras
Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for 1-3 days after cooking. Make sure to fully re-heat before consumption.
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