Step 2

Trim excess fat from chicken and then cut into 1-inch pieces. Mix chicken along with lightly beaten egg, salt and pepper together in a medium bowl, until well combined.

Step 5

Sprinkle all purpose flour on top and toss around to coat the chicken and keep aside.

Step 8

In a shallow bowl, stir together panko, parmesan, red pepper flakes and pasrley (if using).

Step 11

Working with one chicken piece at a time, dredge into the panko-parm mixture, turning and pressing on all sides to coat evenly and place on a plate (try to to pack the breadcrumbs well on the chicken).

Step 14

Pre heat air fryer at 400°F for 8 minutes. Place half the chicken nuggets into the air fryer basket (spacing evenly), spray a generous coating of non-stick cooking spray.

Step 17

Cook, flipping halfway, spray with non-stick cooking spray and finish cooking, until cooked through.

Step 20

Transfer chicken nuggets and repeat process with the remaining batch.

Step 23

Serve chicken nuggets hot with ranch dressing, ketchup, marinara or your favorite barbecue sauce.