Dairy-Free Air Fried Chicken Nuggets
Craving crispy chicken nuggets without the dairy or the guilt? These Dairy-Free Air Fried Chicken Nuggets are the perfect solution! Tender chunks of boneless chicken breast are marinated in a zesty almond milk and hot sauce mixture, then coated in a spiced flour blend featuring paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder for bold flavor. Air-fried to golden perfection, this recipe eliminates the need for excess oil while delivering a satisfyingly crunchy bite. Ready in just 35 minutes, these nuggets are quick, easy, and ideal for weeknight dinners or game-day snacks. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s gluten-optional and packed with flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless chicken breast
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- cooking spray
Instructions
Cut the boneless chicken breast into 1-inch cubes to form nugget-sized pieces.
In a medium bowl, combine unsweetened almond milk and hot sauce to create a marinade.
Submerge the chicken pieces in the marinade, ensuring they are fully covered. Let them marinate for at least 15 minutes in the refrigerator.
In another bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off, and coat each piece thoroughly with the flour mixture.
Lightly spray the basket of the air fryer with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Place the coated chicken nuggets in the air fryer basket in a single layer, without overcrowding. Depending on the size of the basket, you may need to cook in batches.
Cook the nuggets in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through to ensure even browning.
Once the nuggets are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1220 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.0 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 390 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 3183 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 113.5 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4 g | 19% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.6 g | ||
| Protein | 142.1 g | 284% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 522 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 1618 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
