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Golden brown crispy chicken nuggets with lemon zest and black pepper on a white plate
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Healthy Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Nuggets

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 240kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1/4 cup almond flour
  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 large eg g
  • 1 tablespoon wate r
  • Olive oil spray

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water to create an egg wash.
  • In a separate shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, almond flour, lemon zest, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder.
  • Dip each chicken cube into the egg wash, then coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing firmly to ensure adherence.
  • Arrange the coated chicken pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
  • Lightly spray the chicken nuggets with olive oil spray.
  • Cook for 6 minutes, flip the nuggets, spray lightly again, and cook for an additional 4 to 6 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).