Crispy Chicken Nuggets
These crispy chicken nuggets are the ultimate comfort food—easy to make, customizable, and a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound Chicken breasts or thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- ½ teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 cup Breadcrumbs
- 1 large Egg Beaten
- Oil spray For coating
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
- Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, mixing well.
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg.
- Dip each seasoned chicken piece into the beaten egg, then roll in breadcrumbs.
Cooking
- Spray oil in the air fryer basket and arrange chicken pieces in a single layer.
- Cook for about 10 to 12 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Remove from the air fryer and serve hot.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate chicken in seasoning for 30 minutes. If desired, incorporate spices such as smoked paprika or cayenne pepper.