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Air fryer frozen chicken nuggets recipe: Quick and crispy!


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A quick and easy recipe for making crispy frozen chicken nuggets in an air fryer.


Ingredients

  • 🍗 Frozen chicken nuggets: 1 bag (about 500 g)
  • 🛢️ Cooking spray: as needed
  • 🧂 Salt: to taste
  • 🧂 Pepper: to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 5 minutes.
  2. Arrange the frozen chicken nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  3. Set the cooking time for 10-12 minutes.
  4. Shake the basket halfway through cooking for even crispiness.
  5. Check for doneness; if needed, air fry for an additional 1-2 minutes.

Notes

  • Experiment with additional seasonings like garlic powder or paprika for extra flavor.
  • Use a separate timer to keep track of cooking times.
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 nuggets
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: air fryer, chicken nuggets, frozen, quick meal, crispy