Air Fryer Pesto Chicken Nuggets
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Prep Time
40 MINS
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Cook Time
15 MINS
- KCals 225
- Carbs 9G
Ingredients
- 2 diced chicken breasts approx. 260g
- 4 tbsp red pesto
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 50 g panko breadcrumbs
- low calorie cooking spray
For the dip
- 2 tbsp light mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp 0% fat Greek yoghurt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp garlic granules
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
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Add the chicken to a bowl, along with the pesto and lemon juice. Stir the chicken until fully coated, then cover the bowl and pop it in the fridge for 30 minutes.
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Add the breadcrumbs to a plate. Remove the chicken from the fridge and dip each chicken piece into the breadcrumbs - completely coating them on all sides. Then place onto a plate.
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Repeat this process with the rest of the chicken, then place into the air fryer basket. Spray with low calorie cooking spray.
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Cook at 170ºC for 15 minutes - until the nuggets are crispy and golden. To test that the chicken is fully cooked, cut a piece in half - the juices should run clear, and there should be no sign of pink remaining.
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In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, yoghurt, lemon juice, and garlic - then give it a good stir. Season to taste, and serve alongside the nuggets.