Homemade Chicken Nuggets in the Air Fryer
Hey there, Fellow Food Adventurers! As a busy parent, you’re always searching for easy, tasty, and fast recipes to please your kids. Look no further than our simple Homemade Chicken Nuggets recipe! Not only is this quick and easy recipe perfect for busy weeknights, but it’s also a healthier option than a fast food drive thru.
Although, chicken nuggets are not typically a parent favorite, these pack flavor with a healthy twist! Firstly, this recipe is just a few simple ingredients ground chicken, veggies, and breadcrumbs any parent can get behind. Secondly, these crispy and flavorful nuggets will be be a hit with even the pickiest of eaters.
This recipe is not only easy to make, but also quick and versatile! These chicken nuggets can either be cooked in an air fryer or bake them in the oven. Additionally, pair them your own dipping sauces, your kids will have a new favorite.
So, whether you’re a busy parent looking for a quick and tasty recipe, or wants to teach their kids how to cook, this homemade chicken nuggets recipe is perfect for you. It’s a quick and easy recipe that will have everyone reaching for the last one. Let’s set off on a cooking adventure!
Origin of Chicken Nuggets
The origins of chicken nuggets started at a well know restaurant in the 1950s that may or may not have Golden Arches. Looking for a way an appealing new menu item that both kids and adults they assemble a food science team. Eventually, the chicken nugget was born as a tasty, easy to eat, and inexpensive product that we know and love today.
While chicken nuggets originated as a fast-food treat, they are not the healthiest option as they are usually deep fried. Additionally, store-bought and fast-food varieties are heavily processed and can contain high amounts stuff no one wants to eat: saturated fats, sodium, and artificial ingredients. However, these homemade chicken nuggets are a substantially healthier alternative. Firstly, we can use fresh and whole ingredients like ground chicken, bell peppers, cauliflower, and broccoli, which provides protein, essential vitamins, and minerals. Secondly, these chicken nuggets are air fried or baked, which reduces unhealthy fats and calories dramatically. Therefore, you can enjoy the delicious taste and texture of chicken nuggets and feelilng good about the foods you are feeding the kids.
Guide to Cooking Chicken Nuggets in the Air Fryer
Cooking with Kids: Kids Friendly Steps when the little chefs help!
As always, at Gourmet Gus Eats we believe cooking with kids teaches valuable life skills. Although, these healthy chicken nuggets will please picky eaters they are super easy with a Kid Effort Score of 1 out of 5. These Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets are a quick and easy recipe perfect for kids to assist with. Overall, this dish is super friendly for parents who are looking to introduce cooking with kids.
Attention Parents Cooking with Kids!
Homemade Chicken Nuggets: Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Cutting Board
- 1 Knife
- 1 Air Frying Rack
- 1 Cooking Oil Spray
Ingredients
- 1 Lb Ground Chicken
- 1/2 Cup Red Pepper Finely Chopped
- 1/2 Cup Cauliflower Finely Chopped
- 1/2 Cup Broccoli Finely Chopped
- 1/2 Cup Bread Crumbs
- 1/4 Cup Grated Parmesan Cheese
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- 1/2 tsp Paprika
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/4 tsp Ground Black Pepper
- 2 Each Eggs Beaten
- 1/4 Cup All-Purpose Flour
- Cooking Spray
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped red bell pepper, chopped cauliflower, chopped broccoli, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Add the beaten eggs to the mixture and mix well to combine.
- Form the mixture into nugget shapes, about 1 inch in diameter.
- Place the flour in a shallow dish. Roll each nugget in the flour to coat.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F for 5 minutes.
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray.
- Place the coated nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not touching each other.
- Spray the tops of the nuggets with cooking oil spray.
- Cook the nuggets in the air fryer for 10-12 minutes, flipping them halfway through, or until golden brown and cooked through. (Internal temp of 165°F)
- Serve the chicken nuggets hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Preheat the Oven to 400°F
- Adjust baking time to 15-18 minutes
