Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets
Satisfy your cravings with these delightful gluten-free chicken nuggets that are a breeze to whip up! Using tender canned chicken, a touch of cheesy goodness, and a simple egg binding, you'll create crispy bites that are both wholesome and delicious. Perfect for a quick snack or a fun meal, these nuggets are sure to impress everyone at the table!
Prep
15
min
Cook
12
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- canned chicken
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- some cheese
- an egg
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- whatever seasoning you'd likeoptional
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix canned chicken, egg, cheese, and seasoning together.
- 2
Form the mixture into oval shapes.
- 3
Air fry at 400 degrees for 12 minutes.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Chill the formed nugget mixture for 15-20 minutes before air frying to prevent the canned chicken from breaking apart during cooking, as the cold firms up the proteins and binding agents.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Press excess liquid from canned chicken using paper towels until moisture content is reduced by roughly 30%, preventing soggy nuggets and ensuring proper browning at 400°F.technique30% moisture reduction
- ✓Use finely grated hard cheese like Parmesan rather than soft cheese, as it contains only 18-20% moisture compared to 50%+ in soft cheeses, creating better binding without excess water.ingredient18-20% moisture
- ✓Flip the nuggets at the 8-minute mark during air frying to ensure even Maillard reaction browning on both sides, as the circulating air creates hot spots.timing8 minutes
- ✓Lightly spray or brush nuggets with oil before air frying because the dry heat at 400°F needs surface fat to achieve golden browning and prevent the exterior from drying out.technique400°F
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Prep
15
min
Cook
12
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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Gluten-Free Chicken Nuggets
Satisfy your cravings with these delightful gluten-free chicken nuggets that are a breeze to whip up! Using tender canned chicken, a touch of cheesy goodness, and a simple egg binding, you'll create crispy bites that are both wholesome and delicious. Perfect for a quick snack or a fun meal, these nuggets are sure to impress everyone at the table!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥩Meat & Seafood(1)
- canned chicken
🥛Dairy & Eggs(2)
- some cheese
- an egg
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- whatever seasoning you'd likeoptional
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Mix canned chicken, egg, cheese, and seasoning together.
- 2
Form the mixture into oval shapes.
- 3
Air fry at 400 degrees for 12 minutes.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Chill the formed nugget mixture for 15-20 minutes before air frying to prevent the canned chicken from breaking apart during cooking, as the cold firms up the proteins and binding agents.timing15-20 minutes
- ✓Press excess liquid from canned chicken using paper towels until moisture content is reduced by roughly 30%, preventing soggy nuggets and ensuring proper browning at 400°F.technique30% moisture reduction
- ✓Use finely grated hard cheese like Parmesan rather than soft cheese, as it contains only 18-20% moisture compared to 50%+ in soft cheeses, creating better binding without excess water.ingredient18-20% moisture
- ✓Flip the nuggets at the 8-minute mark during air frying to ensure even Maillard reaction browning on both sides, as the circulating air creates hot spots.timing8 minutes
- ✓Lightly spray or brush nuggets with oil before air frying because the dry heat at 400°F needs surface fat to achieve golden browning and prevent the exterior from drying out.technique400°F