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Easy Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Nuggets with Honey Mustard

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These crispy air fryer chicken nuggets with honey mustard dip are quick, easy, and made with simple ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights, game-day snacks, or lunchboxes, they deliver a shatteringly crisp coating and juicy chicken every time.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Olive oil spray
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry with paper towels and cut into 1-inch cubes.
  2. Set up a breading station: one bowl with flour, one with beaten eggs mixed with 1 tablespoon water, and one with panko, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, then dip in egg wash, then press into panko mixture until fully coated. Place on a plate.
  4. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  5. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Arrange nuggets in a single layer without touching. Spray tops with oil.
  6. Air fry at 400°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway. At 5 minutes, flip and spray the other side. Cook until golden and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  7. While nuggets cook, whisk together mayonnaise, honey, Dijon mustard, whole grain mustard, apple cider vinegar, and salt for the dip.
  8. Serve nuggets immediately with honey mustard dip.

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure crispiness. Let coated nuggets rest for 5-10 minutes before cooking to help the coating adhere. For best results, serve immediately. Leftover nuggets can be reheated in the air fryer at 375°F for 3-4 minutes.

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