Description
A quick and easy recipe for crispy and juicy Air Fryer Dino Nuggets, ready in just 12 minutes. Perfect for families and picky eaters!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 package frozen dinosaur-shaped chicken nuggets (approximately 15–20 pieces)
- Olive oil spray or cooking spray (optional, for extra crispiness)
- 1/4 cup ketchup (for dipping)
- 1/4 cup honey mustard (for dipping)
- 1/4 cup BBQ sauce (for dipping)
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing (for dipping)
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 2-3 minutes.
- Arrange frozen dino nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not overcrowd.
- Air fry the nuggets at 400°F (200°C) for 8 minutes.
- Flip the nuggets halfway through cooking, at around the 4-minute mark, to ensure even crisping.
- Check for golden-brown crispiness. Add 1-2 more minutes if you prefer extra crunch.
- Let cool slightly before serving with dipping sauces of your choice.
Notes
- For gluten-free, select certified gluten-free nuggets.
- Preheating the air fryer helps achieve crispier results.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5 nuggets
- Calories: 275 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 540 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 14 g
- Cholesterol: 35 mg
Keywords: Air Fryer, Dino Nuggets, Chicken Nuggets, Family Recipe, Kid-Friendly, Quick Dinner