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Air Fryer Barbecue Chicken Nuggets

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 350
Enjoy crispy, flavorful chicken nuggets coated in barbecue sauce, cooked effortlessly in your air fryer.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 large Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast
  • 0.5 cup Seasoned Flour or Gluten-Free Seasoned Flour
  • 1 cup Barbecue Sauce
  • Olive Oil Cooking Spray Olive Oil Cooking Spray

Instructions 

  • Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with seasoned flour.
  • Spray air fryer basket with olive oil spray, add chicken, and cook at 390°F (200°C) for 8 minutes.
  • Open air fryer, spray chicken with oil, turn if needed, and cook for an additional 4 minutes.
  • Check that chicken reaches 165°F (74°C), then toss with barbecue sauce.
  • Optional: Return to air fryer for 3 minutes to crisp and warm sauce, then serve.

Notes

For extra crispiness, lightly spray chicken with oil before the final cook.
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: air fryer, barbecue, Chicken