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DELICIOUS AND SIMPLE WITH HEIDI LICATA

Heidi’s Air Fried Chicken Nuggets

I was looking for a healthy snack alternative 1. In a food processor, add all ingredients
and came up with air-fried chicken nuggets. and blend until smooth.
You won’t believe that these only require 2. Remove the tray from the air fryer and
three ingredients to make! I saw a version of set the air fryer at 400 degrees for
this on social media and gave it a few tries 11 minutes.
before finally coming up with the perfect 3. Start making nuggets, using a small
way to air fry them. Make these for yourself scoop form batter into nugget shapes and
or with your kids. Everyone will love them. place on rack. Put nuggets in fryer when
You can use any of your favorite dipping it’s ready to add food. Note: When the air
sauces: BBQ, ketchup, ranch, or Sriracha fryer says to turn food, wait at least 40-50
for those who like a little kick. I’ve added my seconds longer. This helps the nuggets set
spicy aioli recipe for you to try. Enjoy! up and makes them easier to remove and
turn. Pull each nugget straight up from the
INGREDIENTS: makes 12 nuggets rack, turn each one, and continue to air fry • 3/4 cup mayonnaise or plain Greek yogurt
• 1- 12.5 oz can Chunk Chicken Breast the remaining time. • 3 tsp minced garlic
• 1 cup Shredded Mozzarella 4. When the timer is done, place the • 2 Tbsp fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 1 Egg nuggets on a cooling rack. It’s best to • 2 Tbsp Sriracha
eat these right away, but if you have any • Optional: Sea Salt, to taste
*I’ve tried several alternatives, but it’s leftovers, refrigerate and reheat in the
best to follow the exact ingredients and microwave or a quick reheat in the air fryer Heidi Licata has been our
directions. for a crisper outer side. resident foodie for The
5. Serve with your favorite dipping Loop since the magazine
DIRECTIONS: sauces. Enjoy! began more than 11
IMPORTANT: Make sure all the liquid is years ago. She lives in
squeezed out of the canned chicken breast SPICY AIOLI DIPPING SAUCE: Corral de Tierra with her
chunks. Don’t add spices until you make In a bowl, mix all ingredients together. Keep husband. You can find more recipes at
this recipe as is. refrigerated until use. Enjoy! DeliciousandSimple.net.

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