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A plate of golden chicken nuggets garnished with herbs, with one nugget cut open to show the inside. A cup of red dipping sauce and basil leaves are in the background.
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Quick Frozen Chicken Nuggets Air Fryer Method

Frozen chicken nuggets cook quickly in the air fryer with a golden, crispy outside and tender center. This simple method uses less oil than deep frying and keeps cleanup to a minimum.
Course Appetizer, Snack, Snacks
Cuisine American, International
Keyword air fried, air fryer, air fryer chicken, air fryer frozen chicken nuggets, cook frozen chicken nuggets, crispy, crispy chicken, dipping sauce, frozen chicken nuggets, frozen nuggets, fry, nuggets in an air fryer, nuggets in the air fryer
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Servings 14 Pieces
Calories 1kcal
Author Zuzana Paar

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 14 Pieces Frozen Chicken Nuggets
  • 1/2 teaspoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Lightly oil the air fryer basket and preheat if needed.
  • Place extra nuggets in a labeled Resealable bag and remove as much air as possible before storing.
  • Arrange nuggets in a single layer and cook at 400°Fahrenheit (200°Celsius) for 8 minutes.
  • Flip halfway through and cook another 4 minutes, or until hot and crispy.

Video

Notes

  • Spray a light coat of cooking oil on the chicken nuggets before air frying for a golden, crispy exterior.
  • Shake the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crispness, especially when cooking small portions.
  • Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure the nuggets cook evenly and stay crispy.
  • Preheat the air fryer to the recommended temperature for the best results.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Piece | Calories: 1kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 0.003mg | Potassium: 0.001mg | Calcium: 0.001mg | Iron: 0.001mg