Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets

Skip take-out and make your own perfectly crispy Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets at home! Made with real ingredients - and no canned chicken to be found.

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Using a sharp knife cut the chicken breasts into about 20 nuggets.

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n a medium bowl, combine the chicken pieces and melted butter. Mix to evenly coat.

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In a second bowl, mix the panko, flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper (if using).

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Add 3 to 4 nuggets to the bowl with the panko mixture. Pess the nuggets into the coating on all sides until they're evenly covered.

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Spray the nuggets on both sides with olive oil spray. Cook at 400ºF for 8 minutes, flipping the nuggets halfway through.

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Serve with your favorite dipping sauces

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