Spicy Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets
Tender and juicy, with just the right kick, you can even adjust the heat level. How hot do you want your Chicken Nuggets?
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Large mixing bowl
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cubed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Chili powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
- 1 tablespoon packed brown sugar
Instructions
- Unpack the chicken breasts and dry them with a paper towel. Choose how big you want the nuggets to be. I suggest about 1 1/2 to 2-inch cubes.
- Put the nuggets in a mixing bowl and add the olive oil, making sure the chicken is coated.
- Add the spice mixture and evenly coat while gently rubbing the nuggets so each is covered with the seasoning.
- Move the chicken nuggets into the air fryer basket. Only do a single layer and leave enough space so the air can circulate. This will allow the spicy chicken nuggets to cook evenly.
- Air Fry on manual setting at 400 degrees F. for 10 minutes, and flip the nuggets halfway through the time.
- Once the chicken nuggets' internal temperature reaches 165 degrees F., they are fully cooked.
- Serve and Enjoy!
