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air fryer buffalo chicken nuggets

Air Fryer Buffalo Chicken Nuggets: 5 Comforting Bites to Love


  • Author: Louna
  • Total Time: 27 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Crispy and spicy air fryer buffalo chicken nuggets.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup buffalo sauce
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dip chicken pieces into the flour mixture, then into the beaten eggs, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
  4. Place the coated chicken nuggets in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  5. Spray lightly with cooking spray and cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  6. Remove and toss in buffalo sauce before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust the spice level by varying the amount of buffalo sauce.
  • Serve with ranch or blue cheese dressing.
  • For extra crunch, double coat the nuggets with breadcrumbs.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 nuggets
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

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