Air Fryer Parmesan Chicken Nuggets (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Chicken Nuggets
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1½ cups Panko breadcrumbs
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1 cup finely grated parmesan cheese
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1 teaspoon kosher salt, or to taste
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
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6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
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1½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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Olive oil cooking spray (optional)
→ Honey Mustard Sauce
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½ cup honey, or to taste
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¼ cup yellow mustard
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¼ cup dijon mustard
# Instructions:
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Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
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Combine Panko breadcrumbs, parmesan, salt, and pepper in large shallow bowl. Melt butter in microwave-safe bowl.
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Working in batches, dip chicken pieces in melted butter, then coat in breadcrumb mixture, patting firmly to adhere.
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Place coated chicken in air fryer basket without overcrowding. Optionally spray with olive oil. Air fry 7-8 minutes, flipping halfway through.
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Continue process with remaining chicken in batches.
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Whisk together honey, yellow mustard, and dijon mustard. Adjust to taste.
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Serve hot nuggets with honey mustard dipping sauce.
# Notes:
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Can substitute chicken thighs
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Best served fresh for maximum crispiness
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Stores up to 5 days refrigerated