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    Home » Recipes » Air Fryer Recipes

    Air Fryer Tyson Chicken Nuggets

    Published: Sep 12, 2023 · Modified: Nov 26, 2024 by Karin and Ken · This post may contain affiliate links. Leave a Comment

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    Air Fryer Tyson Chicken Nuggets are crispy, tender, juicy, and easily made on busy weeknights when you need a quick, tasty meal or snack that everyone enjoys.

    These delicious chicken nuggets are made in the air fryer, so they're ready in about half the time, and the circulating air in the air fryer makes them the crispiest chicken nuggets you'll ever eat!

    Closeup shot of Tyson air fryer chicken nuggets stacked atop one another with bite taken out of top chicken nugget.

    This was inspired by my air fryer frozen chicken patties and air fryer frozen chicken nuggets recipe on this site and pairs well with these mashed potato fries and frozen sweet potato fries in air fryer.

    Why You Will Love This Recipe

    • No need to thaw these chicken nuggets, they're quick and easy to prepare in an air fryer with reduced cooking time compared to baking or frying.
    • Air frying creates crispy and juicy nuggets perfect for parties or family gatherings and for dipping into your favorite sauce.
    • The circulating air in the air fryer makes these nuggets as crispy as they can possible be.

    Ingredients

    It only takes one - ONE -ingredient to make these air fryer chicken nuggets. All you need is a bag of Tyson chicken nuggets! Check the recipe card at the end of the post for exact amounts.

    Bag of Tyson chicken nuggets.
    • Frozen Tyson chicken nuggets

    Substitutions and Variations

    • Spicy: Spray the chicken nuggets with cooking spray and sprinkle a little cayenne on them.
    • Chicken Nuggets: Use your favorite brand and variety of chicken nuggets.
    • Chicken Strips: Use chicken strips in place of nuggets, if you prefer.

    Instructions

    It only takes a few minutes to make these easy chicken nuggets. Just pop them in the air fryer and enjoy! The highlights are here, but you'll find the exact instructions in the recipe card at the end of the post.

    OVerhead shot of uncooked Tyson chicken nuggets in air fryer basket.
    Overhead shot of crispy Tyson chicken nuggets in air fryer basket.

    Hint: Be sure you preheat your air fryer before adding the chicken nuggets to ensure proper cooking and proper cooking times.

    If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy these air fried Nashville hot chicken strips, Air Fryer Chicken Tenders (No Breading), hot honey chicken tenders or our Honey Butter Chicken (Air Fryer & Oven)recipe.

    Closeup shot of plateful of air fryer Tyson chicken nuggets

    Storage

    Refrigerator: Store in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.

    Freezer: Store in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag for up to 3 months.

    Reheat: Air fry at 350 for 3 to 5 minutes, flipping the nuggets halfway through.

    What to Serve with Chicken Nuggets

    Serve these delicious air fryer Tyson chicken nuggets with your favorite dipping sauces like:

    • Ketchup or our popular Onion Ketchup
    • BBQ sauce
    • Buffalo Ranch Sauce
    • Honey mustard mayo or healthy honey mustard dip
    • Taco Bell avocado ranch or buttermilk ranch dip

    Chicken nuggets are a classic family meal option that pairs perfectly with all your favorite sides like:

    • Copycat air fryer Taco Bell French fries
    • Potato wedges or Baked potatoes
    • frozen sweet potato fries in air fryer
    • BBQ Mac and cheese, Slow cooker bacon mac and cheese, rosemary mac and cheese or jalapeno ranch mac and cheese
    • Mashed potato fries
    • Mashed potato casserole
    • Jalapeno Coleslaw or my grandma's coleslaw
    • Baked beans
    • Flaky Cream Cheese Biscuits
    • Your favorite vegetables.

    Tips

    • Preheat your air fryer for 2 to 3 minutes to ensure the proper temperature.
    • Place your nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket and leave space around all sides of them.
    • Flip the nuggets halfway through cooking to ensure that both sides are super crispy.
    • There's no need to thaw the chicken nuggets before cooking them.

    FAQ

    How to cook Tyson chicken nuggets in the air fryer?

    Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and without greasing cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking process to adjust.

    Are Tyson air-fried nuggets precooked?

    Yes, Tyson air-fried chicken nuggets are fully cooked before packaging. However, they still need to be heated thoroughly to ensure they're hot and crispy.

    Do you have to preheat an air fryer?

    You absolutely have to preheat an air fryer. It's a myth that air fryers don't have to be preheated. Always preheat your air fryer to ensure proper temperature and cooking time.

    What is the proper internal temperature for cooked chicken nuggets?

    Ensure your Tyson Chicken Nuggets reach an internal temperature of 165°F to be safe to consume. Use a meat thermometer to check for doneness before enjoying them.

    More Air Fryer Chicken Recipes

    Do you like chicken in an air fryer? Here are some recipes you may also like to try.

    • Frozen Chicken Fries in Air Fryer
    • Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken dipped in ketchup.
      Air Fryer Frozen Popcorn Chicken
    • Parmesan Crusted Chicken Air Fryer
    • Air Fryer Lemon Pepper Chicken Bites

    Air Fryer Tyson Chicken Nuggets

    Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.

    Air Fryer Tyson Chicken Nuggets

    Karin and Ken
    Air Fryer Tyson Chicken Nuggets are crispy, tender, juicy, and easily made on busy weeknights when you need a quick, tasty meal or snack that everyone enjoys.
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    Prep Time 1 minute min
    Cook Time 8 minutes mins
    Total Time 9 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3
    Calories 270 kcal

    Equipment

    • Air Fryer
    • Tongs

    Ingredients
      

    • 16 frozen Tyson chicken nuggets

    OPTIONAL SAUCES

    • Ketchup or our popular Onion Ketchup
    • BBQ sauce
    • Buffalo Ranch Sauce
    • Honey mustard mayo or healthy honey mustard dip
    • Taco Bell avocado ranch or buttermilk ranch dip
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    Instructions
     

    • Place frozen chicken nuggets in your air fryer basket in a single layer.
    • Air fry at 360ºF for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through. (Time may vary depending on your air fryer.)
    • Remove from air fryer basket and serve with your preferred sauce.

    Notes

    • Preheat your air fryer for 2 to 3 minutes to ensure the proper temperature.
    • Place your nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket and leave space around all sides of them, no need to use cooking spray.
    • Flip the nuggets halfway through cooking to ensure that both sides are super crispy.
    • There's no need to thaw the chicken nuggets before cooking them.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 270kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 14gFat: 17g
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