Tired of soggy, store-bought chicken nuggets? Upgrade to our homemade Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets recipe! Crispy, juicy, and made with simple ingredients, these nuggets are sure to be a hit with the whole family. And for those who love a little heat, we even have a spicy option!
2bonelessskinless chicken breasts, trimmed and cubed
1/2cuppanko bread crumbs
1/4cupfreshly grated parmesan cheese
1tablespoondried basil
2teaspoonsdried oregano
1teaspoonsalt
1/2cupmelted salted butter
Instructions
In a small mixing bowl, combine the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, and salt.
Dip the chicken pieces in the melted butter, then transfer them to the bread crumb mixture to coat. Place the coated chicken pieces on a plate or pan.
Preheat an air fryer to 390-400°F. Carefully place the coated chicken pieces in the air fryer, making sure to leave space between each one. If necessary, cook the chicken in batches.
Spray the chicken with cooking oil.
Bake the chicken for 8-9 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are cooked through and no longer pink in the middle or until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.