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    Home Ā» Recipes Ā» Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets

    Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets

    May 31, 2023 by Cindy This blog generates income via ads.

    Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets is going to change the way you make frozen chicken nuggets in the kitchen! Frozen Chicken Nuggets in the air fryer deliver crispy outsides and tender insides, in just minutes! #airfryernuggets #chickennuggets #airfryerchickennuggets via @vegetarianmamma
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    Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets is going to change the way you make frozen chicken nuggets in the kitchen!

    Frozen Chicken Nuggets in the air fryer deliver crispy outsides and tender insides, in just minutes!

    air fryer frozen chicken nuggets cooked on parchment paper  p

    Frozen Chicken Nuggets in Air Fryer

    Contents show
    1 Frozen Chicken Nuggets in Air Fryer
    2 HOW TO MAKE FROZEN CHICKEN NUGGETS IN AIR FRYER
    3 What sauce to serve with air fryer frozen chicken nuggets
    4 Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nugget Tips
    4.1 Will Tyson Chicken Nuggets work in the air fryer?
    4.2 Will Veggie Nuggets work in the air fryer?
    4.3 Can I stack my chicken nuggets in the air fryer?
    4.4 MORE YUMMY AIR FRYER RECIPES
    4.5 Pro Tips
    5 Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets
    5.1 Ingredients
    5.2 Instructions
    5.3 Video
    5.4 Notes
    6 AIR FRYER FROZEN CHICKEN NUGGET TIPS
    6.1 WILL TYSON CHICKEN NUGGETS WORK IN THE AIR FRYER?
    6.2 WILL VEGGIE NUGGETS WORK IN THE AIR FRYER?
    6.3 CAN I STACK MY CHICKEN NUGGETS IN THE AIR FRYER?
    6.4 Nutrition
    6.5 Related Posts
    6.5.1 95+ Cosori Air Fryer Recipes
    6.5.2 Best Frozen Foods for Air Fryer
    6.5.3 Air Fryer Chicken Recipes

    In the past, we've always tossed our frozen chicken nuggets into the oven.

    The time has come to ditch that oven method. We are now in love with the way frozen chicken nuggets in air fryer turns out!

    There is just something about how quickly the air fryer cooks frozen foods. The makes the foods so crisp without any oil! That's a win in my book!

    If you use frozen foods, you should check out our Air Fryer Corn Dogs, Air Fryer Pizza Rolls and Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Wings.

    If you want to try your hand at a scratch recipe you could try these veggies nuggets.

    You are going to quickly fall in love with this method of cooking!

    If you do not believe me, you just have to try. The proof is in the product! We promise!

    Collage picture showing how to make frozen chicken nuggets in air fryer. First picture on top left is frozen nuggets in white bowl. Second picture on top right is frozen nuggets in black air fryer basket. Bottom left picture, which is pic number 4 has cooked nuggets in a black air fryer basket. Last picture, number four, has cooked nuggets on a gray plate with maroon dipping sauce.

    HOW TO MAKE FROZEN CHICKEN NUGGETS IN AIR FRYER

    1. Remove the amount of frozen nuggets you want to cook from the freezer bag.
    2. Place the nuggets into the air fryer basket (no need to oil unless you want to).
    3. Air Fry the frozen chicken nuggets at 400F/204C for 10-12 minutes. If you are using veggie nuggets your timing will be around 6-8 minutes.
    4. Remove nuggets from the air fryer and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

    These numbered steps match the numbered photos above and are for illustration purposes. For the complete list of ingredients and instructions for frozen chicken nuggets in air fryer, please see the recipe below.

    air fryer frozen chicken nuggets cooked on parchment paper with a side of fries and ketchup

    What sauce to serve with air fryer frozen chicken nuggets

    Sometimes its the sauce that makes the dish. When it comes to dipping sauces for chicken nuggets we have a few favorites.

    The next time you are enjoying some chicken nuggets, consider these dipping sauces: Dr. Pepper BBQ Sauce and Easy Homemade BBQ Sauce.

    Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nugget Tips

    Will Tyson Chicken Nuggets work in the air fryer?

    Yes, Tyson chicken nuggets will work in the air fryer.

    Honestly, just about every frozen chicken nugget that you find can work in the air fryer!

    Whether you are using name branded Tyson Chicken Nuggets or using a store brand, you should be good!

    Will Veggie Nuggets work in the air fryer?

    Yes, veggie nuggets or vegetarian nuggets will air fry perfectly.

    When making them, I've found that you need to lessen the cooking time.

    I typically cook my frozen veggie nuggets at the same temp as above but lessen the cooking time to 6-8 minute.

    Can I stack my chicken nuggets in the air fryer?

    I would not stack the nuggets in the air fryer.

    I would spread them out side by side in your air fryer basket or air fryer tray.

    They can touch sides, but should not be stacked. This can affect cook time.

    air fryer frozen chicken nuggets, cooked and on a white plate

    MORE YUMMY AIR FRYER RECIPES

    Looking for more delicious air fryer recipes to try?

    You need to check out our Air Fryer Kale Chips, Air Fryer Turkey, Sweet Potato Hash in the air fryer, Air Fryer Chicken Thighs and Air Fryer Asparagus as well as this Gluten Free Mac and Cheese.

    Air Fryer Ravioli is a simple to make appetizer of crispy, breaded ravioli that is perfect for a quick dinner or lunch too.

    Get your hands on some morels, and make these cracker coated and cream cheese stuffed Air Fryer Morel Mushrooms. Yum! These are such a treat.

    Once you try homemade Air Fryer Mozzarella Sticks, you might not be able to buy the frozen ones anymore, they are so easy and delicious!

    Pro Tips

    • Use Any Air Fryer: This recipe can be made in an air fryer unit with a basket or an air fryer oven. If you're using an air fryer oven, place your food on the middle rack and select the "air fry" function.
    • Check your food as it cooks! Since each air fryer runs differently, sometimes air frying is a trial and error process. When cooking a new recipe, be sure to check on your food often. This will help you avoid over or undercooking, and help you learn your air fryer's specific ways!

    Are you gluten-free? Me too! We also have a sister site where EVERYTHING is gluten-free. It is called VegetarianMamma. You can find some awesome dishes there for your Meatless Mondays! Always be sure to read ingredient labels to make sure that the product/ingredients fits your dietary restrictions!

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    Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets

    Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets is going to change the way you make frozen chicken nuggets in the kitchen! Frozen Chicken Nuggets in the air fryer deliver crispy outsides and tender insides, in just minutes!
    Cook Time12 minutes mins
    Total Time12 minutes mins
    Course: Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Air Fryer Frozen Chicken Nuggets, Chicken Nuggets in air fryer, Tyson Chicken Nuggets
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 2kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 1 package Frozen chicken nuggets

    Instructions

    • Remove the amount of frozen nuggets you want to cook from the freezer bag.
    • Place the nuggets into the air fryer basket (no need to oil unless you want to).
    • Air Fry the frozen chicken nuggets at 400F/204C for 10-12 minutes. If you are using veggie nuggets your timing will be around 6-8 minutes.
    • Remove nuggets from the air fryer and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
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    Notes

    AIR FRYER FROZEN CHICKEN NUGGET TIPS

    WILL TYSON CHICKEN NUGGETS WORK IN THE AIR FRYER?

    Yes, Tyson chicken nuggets will work in the air fryer. Honestly, just about every frozen chicken nugget that you find can work in the air fryer! Whether you are using name branded Tyson Chicken Nuggets or using a store brand, you should be good!

    WILL VEGGIE NUGGETS WORK IN THE AIR FRYER?

    Yes, veggie nuggets or vegetarian nuggets will air fry perfectly. When making them, I’ve found that you need to lessen the cooking time. I typically cook my frozen veggie nuggets at the same temp as above but lessen the cooking time to 6-8 minute.

    CAN I STACK MY CHICKEN NUGGETS IN THE AIR FRYER?

    I would not stack the nuggets in the air fryer. I would spread them out side by side in your air fryer basket or air fryer tray. They can touch sides, but should not be stacked. This can affect cook time.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 2kcal | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 1mg
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    Air Fryers can vary greatly. Please take the time to learn your specific air fryer. You may need to adjust times and temperatures based upon your air fryer. All though this website attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, the information should only be considered an estimate. Varying factors such as different product types, different brands, etc. can change nutritional information. It is your responsibility as a consumer to read all labels to make sure the ingredients fit your dietary needs as well as calculate your own nutritional information as a double check.
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    Cooked nuggets on a white plate on a white back ground. Small cup of marroon dipping sauce.
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    Comments

    1. Nart at Cooking with Nart

      June 19, 2020 at 4:18 pm

      5 stars
      These nuggets look so delicious. I'm hungry now!

      Reply
      • Cindy

        June 23, 2020 at 2:30 pm

        Do come back and let me know when you make these!

        Reply
    2. thisiswholesome

      June 19, 2020 at 4:28 pm

      5 stars
      this sounds like a much healthier way to fry food than using oil.

      Reply
      • Cindy

        June 23, 2020 at 12:27 am

        Yes, it is!

        Reply
    3. Beth

      June 19, 2020 at 4:49 pm

      5 stars
      This is a great idea! I can't wait to give this a try!

      Reply
      • Cindy

        June 22, 2020 at 3:41 pm

        Great, please be sure to come back and let us know how it went!

        Reply
    4. Catherine

      June 19, 2020 at 5:01 pm

      5 stars
      Well it doesn't get any easier than this!! I love the versatility of the air fryer and I'm still so intrigued by it!

      Reply
      • Cindy

        June 23, 2020 at 12:27 am

        It is pretty amazing, that's for sure!

        Reply
    5. Anita

      June 19, 2020 at 5:26 pm

      5 stars
      Definitely the easiest way to fry up a packet of frozen chicken nuggets. šŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Cindy

        June 23, 2020 at 12:27 am

        For sure! Glad you like them too!

        Reply
    6. Eleanor

      August 14, 2020 at 9:07 pm

      5 stars
      I made my grandson some dino nuggets using the temp and time. They worked out perfect, Thank you

      Reply
      • Cindy

        August 15, 2020 at 12:18 am

        Yay, that is great to hear Eleanor!

        Reply
    7. Kami

      August 19, 2020 at 7:03 pm

      5 stars
      My kids loved this!

      Reply
      • Cindy

        August 21, 2020 at 3:45 pm

        Hi Kami, so glad you kids like the air fryer frozen chicken nuggets, it does make cooking them a snap!!

        Reply
    8. Velda

      August 21, 2020 at 1:42 am

      Making nuggets in the air fryer is very tasty. Thanks for the temp suggestion. It worked!

      Reply
      • Cindy

        August 21, 2020 at 3:46 pm

        You are so welcome Velda!

        Reply
    9. Thelma

      August 21, 2020 at 1:43 am

      5 stars
      Thanks for the temp and time, worked great.

      Reply
      • Cindy

        August 21, 2020 at 3:38 pm

        You are welcome Thelma! Glad the temp worked great for your frozen nuggets!

        Reply
    10. Bill

      August 21, 2020 at 1:45 am

      5 stars
      Super easy, so glad I tried this. Temp was spot on!

      Reply
      • Cindy

        August 21, 2020 at 3:37 pm

        Hi Bill, glad the time and temp worked well for you! Enjoy those air fryer chicken nuggets!

        Reply
    11. Jerry

      September 16, 2020 at 1:00 pm

      5 stars
      My kids love nuggets in the air fryer. This temp was great.

      Reply
      • Cindy

        September 16, 2020 at 9:11 pm

        Yay! Glad the temp was spot on for you Jerry!

        Reply
    12. Kenny

      September 22, 2020 at 3:15 pm

      5 stars
      I searched for this in google and your site came up right away. So thankful to have found it. My frozen nuggets turned out great.

      Reply
      • Cindy

        September 23, 2020 at 7:08 pm

        Hi Kenny, so glad your frozen nuggets turned out great in the air fryer! Happy to help!

        Reply
    13. Lillian Collison

      August 25, 2023 at 6:13 am

      5 stars
      I already own and thoroughly enjoy using my Cosori 8-qt multi-cooker and 8.5 qt air fryer. I pretty much use either my own or the other every single day.

      Lillian Collison ||

      Reply
      • Cindy

        September 01, 2023 at 8:17 pm

        Thanks Lillian glad to hear you like your Cosori!

        Reply

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