Description
Crispy Chicken Nuggets are a family-friendly meal that blends wholesome ingredients with a crunchy coating, perfect for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
2 large Chicken Breasts
1 cup Almond Flour or Gluten-Free Breadcrumbs
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
Sea Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
2 Eggs
Avocado Oil Spray
1 teaspoon Honey (optional)
Instructions
- Pat chicken breasts dry and cut into uniform 1-inch pieces
- In one bowl, whisk eggs with water and honey. In another bowl, combine almond flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper
- Dip each chicken piece into the egg wash, then coat with the flour mixture, pressing firmly
- Arrange nuggets in a single layer in an air fryer or on a wire rack over a baking sheet
- Mist with Avocado Oil and cook in air fryer at 400°F for 10-12 minutes or bake at 425°F for 15-18 minutes until cooked through
- Let sit for 2 minutes before serving
Notes
Ensure chicken pieces are at room temperature before breading for better coating adherence.
Use a wire rack while baking to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg