Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets

Making these simple golden, crunchy nuggets takes less than a half hour.

Cooking chicken nuggets in the air fryer is a healthier alternative to traditional deep-fried ones.

INGREDIENTS: chicken tenderloins egg flour paprika onion powder garlic powder panko breadcrumbs parmesan cheese salt and pepper

Combine the panko breadcrumbs and parmesan cheese in a small shallow bowl.

Sift together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder in another bowl. Whisk an egg in a third bowl.

Dredge each seasoned chicken piece in the flour mixture.

Dip each floured piece into the beaten egg.

Add a final coating of the Panko mixture.

Transfer coated chicken into a greased pan and place the pan with the nuggets into the air fryer.

Cook the chicken until crispy and golden brown on the outside and thoroughly cooked on the inside.

Serve warm with a dipping sauce.

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