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Healthy Fast Food Style Chicken Nuggets

June 20, 2023

Feeds 4-6
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Love the crispy, golden crunch of fast food chicken nuggets but hate all the mystery ingredients? It’s time to reclaim nugget glory with a homemade, healthy twist that’s just as addictive—minus the guilt! These nuggets are crunchy, juicy, and packed with flavor thanks to Flavor Expedition Co.’s Mellow Dusk (Hickory Honey BBQ). You’ll never look at fast fo...

Ingredients

  • Chicken Mixture
    1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into smaller chunks
    1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
    1/2 tsp garlic powder
    1/2 tsp onion powder
    1/2 tsp kosher salt
  • Breading
    1/4 cup cornstarch
    1 large egg + 2 tsp water, whisked
    1/2 cup seasoned breadcrumbs
    1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
    Generous pinch of Tuscan Evening
    Generous pinch of Mellow Dusk (Hickory Honey BBQ)

Instructions

  1. Prep Your Air Fryer
    Preheat to 400°F. Get ready for nugget greatness.

  2. Make the Chicken Mixture
    Combine chicken chunks, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt in a food processor. Blend until a smooth paste forms. (Pro tip: Bigger processors = easier life!)

  3. Mix the Breading
    In a shallow dish, combine seasoned breadcrumbs, panko, Tuscan Evening, and Mellow Dusk. This is where the magic flavor kicks in.

  4. Shape the Nuggets
    Measure a rounded tablespoon of chicken mixture and form into nugget shapes.

  5. Coat Like a Pro
    Roll each nugget in cornstarch, dip in whisked egg, then dredge in the breadcrumb mixture. Lightly spray both sides with cooking spray.

  6. Air Fry to Perfection
    Place nuggets in the air fryer and cook 5–7 minutes, flipping halfway. They should be golden, crispy, and finger-licking good.

  7. Serve
    Pair with your favorite healthy fries, veggie sticks, or just eat them straight up (we won’t judge).

These healthy, fast food style chicken nuggets are the perfect guilt-free indulgence, bursting with Mellow Dusk’s Hickory Honey BBQ flavor. Want more flavor-packed adventures? Check out our other recipes for irresistible meals that’ll make your taste buds do the happy dance!

Pro Tip

  • For extra crispiness, double-dip your nuggets (egg + breadcrumbs) before air frying.
  • These nuggets freeze beautifully—perfect for meal prep.
  • Swap panko for gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.

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