Crispy Ranch Air Fryer Nuggets

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These air fried nuggets are healthier than deep fried, and have tons of flavor! Serve with your favorite dipping sauce such as ranch, honey mustard, or chipotle mayo. I like to use a Misto® sprayer with my own oil, but feel free to use regular cooking spray. Use different varieties of ranch mix (spicy, dill, etc) to change up the flavor.

close up view of Crispy Ranch Air Fryer Nuggets with red and white sauce in a sauce cups and herbs on a white platter
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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 pound chicken tenders, cut into 1.5 to 2-inch pieces

  • 1 (1 ounce) package dry ranch salad dressing mix

  • 2 tablespoons flour

  • 1 egg, lightly beaten

  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs

  • 1 serving olive oil cooking spray

Directions

  1. Place chicken in a bowl, sprinkle with ranch seasoning, and toss to combine. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.

  2. Place flour in a resealable bag. Place egg in a small bowl and panko bread crumbs on a plate. Preheat air fryer to 390 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  3. Place chicken into the bag and toss to coat. Lightly dip chicken into egg mixture, letting excess drip off. Roll chicken pieces in panko, pressing crumbs into the chicken.

  4. Spray basket of the air fryer with oil and place chicken pieces inside, making sure not to overlap. You may have to do two batches, depending on the size of your air fryer. Lightly mist chicken with cooking spray.

  5. Cook for 4 minutes. Turn chicken pieces and cook until chicken is no longer pink on the inside, about 4 more minutes. Serve immediately.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

244 Calories
4g Fat
25g Carbs
31g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 244
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4g 5%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Cholesterol 112mg 37%
Sodium 713mg 31%
Total Carbohydrate 25g 9%
Dietary Fiber 0g 0%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 31g 62%
Vitamin C 1mg 2%
Calcium 20mg 2%
Iron 1mg 7%
Potassium 345mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.