Low Fat Air Fried Chicken Nuggets
Crispy, golden, and irresistibly tender, these Low Fat Air Fried Chicken Nuggets are a healthier twist on a classic favorite! Made from lean chicken breast and coated in seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs, these nuggets deliver all the crunch and flavor you crave without the guilt. Marinated in low-fat buttermilk for extra juiciness and cooked to perfection in an air fryer with minimal oil, they’re a perfect choice for anyone seeking a low-calorie, high-protein meal. Ready in just 35 minutes, these nuggets are the ultimate family-friendly snack or main dish, pairing beautifully with your favorite dipping sauce. Simple, wholesome, and absolutely delicious, this recipe is sure to become a household staple for guilt-free indulgence.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Chicken breast
- 240 milliliters Low-fat buttermilk
- 120 grams Whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- as needed Cooking spray
Instructions
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized nugget pieces, approximately 1 inch in size, and place them in a bowl.
Pour the low-fat buttermilk over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more tenderness.
In a separate bowl, mix together the whole wheat breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off, and coat each piece in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (390°F) for about 5 minutes.
Spray the basket of the air fryer lightly with cooking spray, and arrange the chicken pieces in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
Cook the chicken nuggets in the air fryer for 12-15 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time, until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 75°C (165°F).
Remove the nuggets from the air fryer and repeat with any remaining chicken pieces.
Serve immediately with your choice of dipping sauces.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1289 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.7 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 440 mg | 147% | |
| Sodium | 5066 mg | 220% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 98.3 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.5 g | ||
| Protein | 165.3 g | 331% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 457 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2231 mg | 47% | |
*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.
