Healthy Baked Buffalo Chicken Nuggets 2 Ways

• 2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into nugget-sized pieces
• 1 C original panko breadcrumbs (gluten-free if necessary)
• 2 eggs
• ⅔ C Primal Kitchen Buffalo Sauce
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp parsley
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp salt

For the Air Fryer

1. Set out two shallow bowls. In one bowl, whisk the eggs well. In another bowl, whisk together the breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, parsley, onion powder, and salt.
2. Dip the pieces of chicken in the egg wash, shaking off any excess, then dredge in the breadcrumbs until well coated. Shake off any excess breadcrumbs.
3. Spray your air fryer basket or tray with cooking spray, then place the chicken nuggets in an even layer with some space in between each piece to prevent overcrowding. Fry in batches for 14-16 minutes at 400°F until the outside is crispy and the inside reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
4. When all the chicken nuggets are finished frying, toss them in a large mixing bowl with the buffalo sauce*. Serve with your favorite dressing and veggies and enjoy!

For the Oven

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with foil, then top with a cooling rack. Set aside.
2. Set out two shallow bowls. In one bowl, whisk the eggs well. In another bowl, whisk together the breadcrumbs, paprika, garlic powder, parsley, onion powder, and salt.
3. Dip the pieces of chicken in the egg wash, shaking off any excess, then dredge in the breadcrumbs until well coated. Shake off any excess breadcrumbs, then place on the cooling rack on the baking sheet. Leave some space in between the nuggets so they're not overcrowded.
4. Bake for 15-20 minutes until the until the outside is crispy and the inside reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
5. Toss the finished nuggets in a large mixing bowl with the buffalo sauce*. Serve with your favorite dressing and veggies and enjoy!

*Don't toss in the buffalo sauce until you're ready to serve.

Nutrition facts are a calculated estimate of 1/4 of the prepared chicken nuggets, including the buffalo sauce. If serving for a party instead of dinner, this recipe can serve up to 6 people.