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Dinosaur Chicken Nuggets Air Fryer

Dinosaur Chicken Nuggets Air Fryer

Cooking dinosaur chicken nuggets in an air fryer is quick, easy, and healthier than traditional frying. With step-by-step instructions for ingredients, necessary equipment, and cooking tips, you can achieve crispy nuggets using minimal oil.

  • Total Time: 17 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 package Dino Fun Nuggets (Tyson or any brand)
  • Optional: 1 teaspoon olive oil spray (for extra crispiness)
Tyson Dino Fun Nuggets
@ tyson.com

Instructions

1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.

2. Arrange the Nuggets: Place the Dinosaur Chicken Nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Make sure they are not overlapping to ensure even cooking.

Arranging dinosaur chicken nuggets

3. Set the Temperature and Time: Cook the nuggets at 400°F (200°C) for 10-12 minutes. This is the ideal cooking time and temperature for crispy results.

4. Flip the Nuggets: Halfway through the cooking time (at around 5-6 minutes), open the air fryer and flip the nuggets using tongs. This ensures they cook evenly on both sides.

Flipping dinosaur chicken nuggets halfway through cooking

5. Check for Crispiness: If you like your air fryer dino nuggets extra crispy, you can add an additional 2-3 minutes. No need to use oil, as the air fryer will give them a great crunch.

Notes

Always ensure the internal temperature of the nuggets reaches at least 165°F (74°C) to ensure they are fully cooked and safe to eat. Enjoy your perfectly cooked dino nuggets!

  • Author: Suborna Tanchangya
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Category: Main Course, Snack
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 pieces (approx. 85g)
  • Calories: 200
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 390mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 17g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg

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