Air fryer recipe · Kids
Crunchy Frozen Chicken Nuggets
Juicy nuggets with a shatter-crisp coating and none of the oily aftertaste.
- 15 minTotal time
- 190°CAir fryer
- 2Serves
- Non-vegetarianDiet
Nutrition per serving
- 140kcal
- 18.7 gprotein
- 1.3 gcarbs
- 6.7 gfat
- 0.7 gfibre
Per serving, about 2 servings. Figures are estimates from standard ingredient databases, not medical, dietetic, or nutritional advice.
Ingredients
- Frozen chicken nuggets10 pieces
- Oil spray1 tsp
- Black pepper1/4 tsp
- Schezwan mayo2 tbsp
Method
No thawing needed
Cook the nuggets frozen so the crumb stays crisp and the chicken inside stays juicy. Pat off any frost with a dry paper towel to avoid steam pockets in the basket.
Quick oil mist
Give the nuggets a very light spray of oil on both sides to help the breadcrumb coating turn deep golden. Avoid drenching them, as the coating already carries enough fat.
Single layer arrangement
Lay the nuggets flat with small gaps between each piece so hot air can circulate fully. Overcrowding leaves pale, steamed patches instead of an even crust.
Flip midway
Halfway through cooking, turn each nugget over with tongs for symmetrical browning. This is also the moment to dust on a little black pepper for a gentle kick.
Air-fry till crisp
Air-fry at 190C for 12 minutes until the coating is golden and the centre reaches a safe, steaming-hot temperature. Rest for a minute, then serve with schezwan mayo for dipping. The chicken is done when it is opaque all the way through with no pink at the centre.
