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Air-Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets

These Air-Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets are a childhood favorite, delivering crispy goodness without the grease!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 8 ounces frozen chicken nuggets Choose your favorite brand or type.
  • Nonstick cooking spray optional
  • Dipping sauce of choice optional

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Measuring tools
  • Serving Plate

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat the Air Fryer - Start by preheating your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Step 2: Prepare the Nuggets - Take your frozen chicken nuggets out of the bag and optionally spray the basket with nonstick cooking spray.
  3. Step 3: Arrange the Nuggets - Place the frozen chicken nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
  4. Step 4: Cook the Nuggets - Cook the nuggets for about 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  5. Step 5: Check for Doneness - After 10-12 minutes, check the nuggets for doneness and add an extra 1-2 minutes if necessary.
  6. Step 6: Serve and Enjoy - Remove the nuggets from the air fryer, place them on a serving plate, and enjoy!

Notes

  • Consider buying larger bags of frozen nuggets for meal prep.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Reheat in the air fryer to regain crispiness.