Chicken Nuggets

These air fryer whole grain chicken nuggets will be a family favorite and are healthier than their fried counterpart! Using an air fryer can reduce the amount of fat and calories as compared to deep-frying or pan frying without sacrificing the flavor and crunchy texture associated with fried foods. Air fryers also cook food faster as compared to using the oven so you can get dinner on the table faster! Serve with sweet potato fries and fresh fruit.

Ingredient List

For the chicken nuggets:

1 ½ pounds chicken breast
¾ cup dill pickle juice
1 cup whole wheat flour
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
½ cup low-fat milk
1 egg

Instructions

For the Chicken Nuggets

Cut chicken into 1-inch bite-size pieces. In a large resealable plastic bag, marinate chicken pieces in dill pickle juice for 30 minutes in refrigerator.
In a medium sized bowl, whisk together flour, powdered sugar, paprika, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
In a second bowl, whisk together milk and eggs.
After chicken has marinated for 30 minutes, remove chicken from refrigerator and strain liquid.
Dip chicken into milk and egg mixture and then coat chicken with flour mixture. Shaking off any excess flour.
Place chicken in a single layer in air fryer basket. Spray chicken with cooking spray.
Turn air fryer on to 370°F and set time for 5 minutes.
Flip chicken after 5 minutes and spray chicken with cooking spray. Set air fryer for another 5 minutes.
Remove chicken and serve with your favorite dipping sauce. Serving suggestion: Serve with sweet potato fries and fresh fruit.

NUTRITION INFORMATION

Per Serving: 174 calories, 36 calories from fat, 4g fat, 2g saturated fat, 0g trans fat, 97mg cholesterol, 298mg sodium, 9g total carbohydrates, 1g dietary fiber, 2g sugars, 26g protein, 50mg Potassium
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