Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets
Crispy frozen chicken nuggets or strips cooked quickly in the air fryer for a convenient meal or snack.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Tongs
Ingredients
- Frozen chicken nuggets cook according to directions below; see notes for serving size
- Frozen chicken strips alternative to nuggets; cook according to directions below; see notes for serving size
- Favorite dipping sauces for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 390°F (about 200°C) for 5 minutes.
- For frozen chicken nuggets: place the frozen nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
- Cook the nuggets at 390°F for 12 minutes, shaking the basket or turning the nuggets halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- For frozen chicken strips: place the frozen strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping.
- Cook the strips at 390°F for 18 minutes, flipping them halfway through to crisp both sides.
- Remove the cooked nuggets or strips from the air fryer and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For strips, 3 pieces count as a serving.
- For nuggets, 5 pieces count as a serving.