Online Cook Beta is here!

Explore the Beta
Online Cook
  • LF
  • LS

Hunt4Shredz
Hunt4Shredz

May 9, 2025

These high protein air fried chicken nuggets are a healthy twist on a fast-food favorite. Made with lean chicken tenderloins and seasoned whole wheat breadcrumbs, they come out crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside without any deep frying. Cooked in the air fryer for convenience and lower fat content, these nuggets are perfect for meal prep or a quick, satisfying dinner. With 100 grams of protein per batch and only 490 calories, they’re ideal for anyone tracking macros or looking to stay lean while eating deliciously.

8 Ingredients
MEDIUM
PicturesBite
High Protein Air Fried Chicken Nuggets
High Protein Air Fried Chicken Nuggets
High Protein Air Fried Chicken Nuggets
1/3

High Protein Air Fried Chicken Nuggets

Ingredients

nugget portions
0 allergens identified

Instructions

1
|
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2
|
In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
3
|
Cut chicken tenderloins into bite-sized pieces.
4
|
Dip each piece of chicken into the seasoned breadcrumb mixture to coat thoroughly.
5
|
Place coated nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch.
6
|
Lightly spray the nuggets with cooking spray.
7
|
Air fry for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
8
|
Let rest a few minutes before serving.

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Intelligent Tags

Recommended Recipe Products

8-Week Shred Program
$39.99

Hunt4Shredz

8-Week Shred Program
Back to School Fuel (Healthy Kid Approved Recipes for Busy Parents)
$39.00

Hunt4Shredz

Back to School Fuel (Healthy Kid Approved Recipes for Busy Parents)
Shredz Macro Masterpiece E-Cookbook
$39.99

Shredz

Shredz Macro Masterpiece E-Cookbook

About Hunt4Shredz

Hunt4Shredz

My Recipes

My Videos

0 Videos

Hunt4Shredz

    View Profile
    Fire Icon

    More Recipes by Cook

    Check out more Sunday Table content!

    View All
    cookie Icon

    Complete The Meal! 🔎

    Quick Explore Recipes by Category

    See All
    sparkle

    Recommendations

    Tailored to your preferences

    View All
    Quick & Easy Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Roasted Potatoes and Veggies
    Quick & Easy Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Roasted Potatoes and Veggies
    Dinner

    Quick & Easy Sheet Pan Pork Chops with Roasted Potatoes and Veggies

    Yummly
    Roasted Pork Loin with Sauerkraut
    Roasted Pork Loin with Sauerkraut
    Dinner

    Roasted Pork Loin with Sauerkraut

    Yummly
    Turkey Stuffed Peppers
    Turkey Stuffed Peppers
    Dinner

    Turkey Stuffed Peppers

    Yummly
    Salmon Veggie Rice Bowl
    Salmon Veggie Rice Bowl
    Dinner

    Salmon Veggie Rice Bowl

    Hunt4Shredz
    High-Protein Garlic Butter Beef & Potato Bowl
    High-Protein Garlic Butter Beef & Potato Bowl
    Dinner

    High-Protein Garlic Butter Beef & Potato Bowl

    Hunt4Shredz
    Oven-Roasted Bell Pepper Steak
    Oven-Roasted Bell Pepper Steak
    Dinner

    Oven-Roasted Bell Pepper Steak

    Yummly
    Palak Paneer
    Palak Paneer
    Dinner

    Palak Paneer

    Yummly
    Vegan Baked Ziti
    Vegan Baked Ziti
    Dinner

    Vegan Baked Ziti

    Yummly
    High-Protein Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
    High-Protein Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
    Dinner

    High-Protein Turkey Stuffed Sweet Potatoes

    Hunt4Shredz
    Gnocchi Mac & Cheese with Pancetta
    Gnocchi Mac & Cheese with Pancetta
    Dinner

    Gnocchi Mac & Cheese with Pancetta

    These Carbs Don't Count
    30-Minute Asian Chicken Thighs
    30-Minute Asian Chicken Thighs
    Dinner

    30-Minute Asian Chicken Thighs

    Yummly
    Asian Baked Chicken Legs
    Asian Baked Chicken Legs
    Dinner

    Asian Baked Chicken Legs

    Yummly
    High Protein Air Fried Chicken Nuggets
    High Protein Air Fried Chicken Nuggets
    Dinner

    High Protein Air Fried Chicken Nuggets

    Hunt4Shredz
    High Protein Shredded Chicken Alfredo Meal Prep
    High Protein Shredded Chicken Alfredo Meal Prep
    Dinner

    High Protein Shredded Chicken Alfredo Meal Prep

    Hunt4Shredz
    Chicken Pesto Naan Pizzas
    Chicken Pesto Naan Pizzas
    Dinner

    Chicken Pesto Naan Pizzas

    Yummly
    Roasted Chickpeas
    Roasted Chickpeas
    Dinner

    Roasted Chickpeas

    Yummly
    Juicy Oven-Baked Cajun Chicken Breasts
    Juicy Oven-Baked Cajun Chicken Breasts
    Dinner

    Juicy Oven-Baked Cajun Chicken Breasts

    Yummly
    High-Protein Chicken Al Pastor Bowls
    High-Protein Chicken Al Pastor Bowls
    Dinner

    High-Protein Chicken Al Pastor Bowls

    Hunt4Shredz
    Pumpkin Vodka Burrata Pasta
    Pumpkin Vodka Burrata Pasta
    Dinner

    Pumpkin Vodka Burrata Pasta

    These Carbs Don't Count
    Creamy Lemon Shells Pasta
    Creamy Lemon Shells Pasta
    Dinner

    Creamy Lemon Shells Pasta

    These Carbs Don't Count
    Indian Butter Chicken
    Indian Butter Chicken
    Dinner

    Indian Butter Chicken

    Yummly
    Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma
    Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma
    Dinner

    Sheet Pan Chicken Shawarma

    Yummly
    Easy 4-Ingredient Prime Rib
    Easy 4-Ingredient Prime Rib
    Dinner

    Easy 4-Ingredient Prime Rib

    Yummly
    Creamy Tuscan Chicken And Orzo Skillet
    Creamy Tuscan Chicken And Orzo Skillet
    Dinner

    Creamy Tuscan Chicken And Orzo Skillet

    Sunday Table
    Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
    Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders
    Dinner

    Crispy Baked Chicken Tenders

    Yummly
    Deconstructed Chicken Pot Pie
    Deconstructed Chicken Pot Pie
    Dinner

    Deconstructed Chicken Pot Pie

    Sunday Table
    High-Protein Low-Calorie Crunch Wrap
    High-Protein Low-Calorie Crunch Wrap
    Dinner

    High-Protein Low-Calorie Crunch Wrap

    Hunt4Shredz
    Sweet & Spicy Maple-Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings
    Sweet & Spicy Maple-Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings
    Dinner

    Sweet & Spicy Maple-Sriracha Baked Chicken Wings

    Yummly
    High Protein Low Calorie Chipotle Chicken Bowls
    High Protein Low Calorie Chipotle Chicken Bowls
    Dinner

    High Protein Low Calorie Chipotle Chicken Bowls

    Hunt4Shredz
    Easiest Beef Meatloaf
    Easiest Beef Meatloaf
    Dinner

    Easiest Beef Meatloaf

    Yummly

    Login

    welcome
    welcome
    background

    Your Powerful Kitchen Sidekick Rocket

    Tired of scrolling? Same. Viral recipes. real creators, and new tech that makes cooking easier than ever.