{"id":3165,"date":"2019-05-16T17:28:26","date_gmt":"2019-05-16T17:28:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/?p=3165"},"modified":"2021-08-19T23:14:29","modified_gmt":"2021-08-19T23:14:29","slug":"frozen-chicken-nuggets-air-fryer","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/frozen-chicken-nuggets-air-fryer\/","title":{"rendered":"Lovely Frozen Chicken Nuggets in Air Fryer\u2026 I Show You How"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 id=\"are-frozen-chicken-nuggets-in-the-air-fryer-a-good-solution\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are frozen chicken nuggets in the air fryer, a good solution? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Rushed off your feet\u2026kids hungry? Cooking frozen chicken\nnuggets in air fryer might well be the perfect solution. In fact, it really is.\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nobody is pretending that they are the perfect meal but they\nget an undeserved reputation in my opinion. If your diet consists of deep-fried\nchicken nuggets\u2026every day\u2026then you deserve that criticism. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cooking frozen chicken in air fryer is actually not as bad\nas the criticism suggests. Remember that the humble air fryer uses much less\noil and is therefore much healthier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I know from personal experience that they can be a great\nsnack\u2026using them to fend off some hungry kids after school. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The quality of frozen chicken nuggets varies quite\nconsiderably so always try and buy the best quality you can. Trust me when I say\nthat you can really tell. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ideally, you may want to consider making your own. Not only\nare they healthier using whole cuts of chicken, they are tastier too. You can\nfreeze these too so you can cook them the same way as the frozen chicken\nnuggets you currently buy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, lets get down to business\u2026. how to cook frozen chicken nuggets\nin the air fryer. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-to-cook-frozen-chickennuggets-in-air-fryer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to cook frozen chicken\nnuggets in air fryer<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cooking frozen chicken nuggets in air fryer could not be\nsimpler. Use the following method to make perfect chicken nuggets;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Preheat air fryer to 400F <\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Put your chicken nuggets into your fryer<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Cook for 12 minutes at 400F<\/strong><\/li><li><strong>Leave longer for extra crispiness<\/strong><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"n5rgquule1juojnhldsj\" data-sticky=\"1\" data-autoplay=\"1\" data-volume=\"10\" data-ratio=\"16:9\"><\/div>\n<script type=\"text\/javascript\" src=\"\/\/video.mediavine.com\/videos\/n5rgquule1juojnhldsj.js\" async=\"\" data-noptimize=\"\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p>A quick tip\u2026always make sure you leave room for the hot air\nto circulate. It always results in better food. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In just under 15 minutes, you will be plating some wonderfully\ncooked chicken nuggets from frozen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background has-text-align-center has-very-light-gray-background-color\"><strong>FAQ\u2019s <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-long-to-cook-frozen-chicken-nuggets-in-air-fryer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How long to cook frozen chicken nuggets in air fryer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your frozen chicken nuggets will take 12 minutes to cook in\nyour air fryer. However, not all air fryers are the same so the best thing you\ncan do is keep an eye on them. Leave them to cook a little longer if they still\nlook a little pale. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"do-i-need-to-use-oil-when-cooking-chicken-nuggets\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do I need to use oil when cooking chicken nuggets?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You do not have to, but there is nothing to stop you\nspraying cooking oil on them. This will result in the crumb being crispier. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"i-have-homemade-frozen-chicken-nuggets-how-do-i-cook-them\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">I have homemade frozen chicken nuggets, how do I cook them?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You cook them exactly the same way as store bought chicken\nnuggets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"should-i-thaw-out-chicken-nuggets\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Should I thaw out chicken nuggets?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No, they are designed to be cooked from frozen, therefore\nplease stick to that. The exception is if they are home made. In that case\nreduce the cooking time slightly but keep an eye on them to check they are\ncooked through. I always recommend that you use a meat thermometer to be 100%\nsure. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let me know what you think\u2026is there anything you do that makes your chicken nuggets different? How do you cook the perfect frozen chicken nugget in air fryer?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Share your tips with us\u2026leave a comment below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>See you soon\u2026Jayne x<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns has-2-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/frozen-chicken-nuggets-in-the-air-fryer.jpg\" alt=\"frozen chicken nuggets in the air fryer\" class=\"wp-image-3163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/frozen-chicken-nuggets-in-the-air-fryer.jpg 735w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/frozen-chicken-nuggets-in-the-air-fryer-120x180.jpg 120w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/frozen-chicken-nuggets-in-the-air-fryer-320x480.jpg 320w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/frozen-chicken-nuggets-in-the-air-fryer-560x840.jpg 560w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/frozen-chicken-nuggets-in-the-air-fryer-80x120.jpg 80w, https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/frozen-chicken-nuggets-in-the-air-fryer-30x45.jpg 30w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><figcaption>Frozen chicken nuggets in the air fryer<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 id=\"since-you-are-herecan-i-ask-you-a-favor\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Since you are here\u2026can I ask you a favor?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It would be really nice if you could&nbsp;<strong>share<\/strong>&nbsp;this image on&nbsp;<strong>social media<\/strong>\u2026it\u2019s just a couple of\nclicks for you but it means the world to me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you so much\u2026<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"you-may-be-interested-in-the-following-articles\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">You may be interested in the following articles&#8230;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/air-fryer-cooking-chart-times-pdf\/\" target=\"_blank\">The ultimate air fryer cooking chart\u2026cooking times with PDF<\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/frozen-chicken-strips-in-air-fryer\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to cook perfect frozen chicken strips in air fryer<\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/air-fryer-chicken-wings\/\" target=\"_blank\">Frozen chicken wings in air fryer\u2026the secret revealed!<\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/air-fryer-frozen-french-fries\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to cook perfect air fryer frozen French fries<\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/air-fryer-chicken-wings\/\" target=\"_blank\">Frozen chicken wings in air fryer\u2026the secret revealed!<\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/air-fryer-burger-patty-frozen\/\" target=\"_blank\">How to cook a frozen hamburger in an air fryer\u2026Ultimate guide<\/a><\/li><li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"http:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/frozen-mozzarella-sticks-in-air-fryer\/\" target=\"_blank\">The Perfect Frozen Mozzarella Sticks in Air Fryer<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator is-style-wide\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"video\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Video<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/eW2hYfnCfXs\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/YI7e8s1uSh4?showinfo=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"><\/iframe>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"citation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Citation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/cbbc\/thingstodo\/bp-cooking-club-baked-chicken-nuggets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"BBC (opens in a new tab)\">BBC<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Cooking frozen chicken nuggets can be hit or miss&#8230;i show you how to make perfect chicken nuggets in your air fryer<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":3164,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4451],"tags":[4870,4843,4872,4848,4873,4871,4846,4854,4853,4833,4826,4863,4821,4877,4837,4864,4860,4875,4835,4869,4822,4852,4844,4861,4874,4831,4847,4838,4825,4867,4862,4845,4851,4859,4865,4850,4857,4849,4829,4832,4824,4834,4839,4856,4823,4866,4830,4827,4836,4842,4868,4840,4855,4841,4858,4828],"yst_prominent_words":[3950,4813,4820,4816,4884,4436,4435,4818,4817,4460,4441,4812,4815,4445,3953,4880,4819,4814,4878,4438],"powerkit_post_featured":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3165"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3165"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3165\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":4951,"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3165\/revisions\/4951"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3164"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3165"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3165"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3165"},{"taxonomy":"yst_prominent_words","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/yst_prominent_words?post=3165"},{"taxonomy":"powerkit_post_featured","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dutchovenscookware.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/powerkit_post_featured?post=3165"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}