Soy-Free Airfried Chicken Nuggets
Delight your taste buds with these Soy-Free Airfried Chicken Nuggets—perfectly crispy, tender, and packed with flavor! This recipe puts a health-conscious twist on a beloved comfort food by using gluten-free breadcrumbs and an air fryer, eliminating the need for soy or excessive oil. Marinated in buttermilk for unbeatable juiciness, these bite-sized delights are coated with a savory blend of Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, paprika, and onion powder, then air-fried to golden perfection. With only 15 minutes of cooking time, these nuggets offer a quick and easy option for busy weeknights or a crowd-pleasing appetizer for gatherings. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy a guilt-free treat the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup Gluten-free breadcrumbs
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 large Egg
- Cooking spray
Instructions
Cut the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, about 1 inch in size.
Place the chicken pieces into a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Let them soak for at least 15 minutes to tenderize and flavor the chicken.
In a shallow bowl, combine the gluten-free breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg until well mixed.
Drain the chicken pieces from the buttermilk. Dip each piece into the beaten egg, allowing any excess to drip off.
Then coat the chicken thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
Place the chicken nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd them.
Spray the tops of the chicken nuggets lightly with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
Cook in the air fryer for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the chicken is cooked through and the exterior is golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1985 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 50.6 g | 65% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.3 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 652 mg | 217% | |
| Sodium | 3986 mg | 173% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 193.9 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 180.1 g | 360% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 758 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1810 mg | 39% | |
*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.
