Post includes Weight Watchers points. Sure, you can use the oven….but who wants to wait that long? And while the microwave is faster, they lose the delicious crispiness and the chicken can get rubbery. What makes reheating chicken nuggets in the air fryer so great is that it returns them to their just-made state, and in just a couple of minutes too! This easy method for air fryer leftover chicken nuggets is so simple even older kids can master the technique. You’ll have a plate full of piping hot chicken nuggets faster than you can even preheat an oven.
Why Make This Recipe
Fast – Reheat chicken nuggets in air fryer faster than you can preheat the oven. Delicious – Crispy on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. Money-Saving – Don’t throw away your leftovers; reheat them to perfection.
Ingredient Notes
Chicken Nuggets – You can reheat homemade nuggets, McDonald’s chicken nuggets, and Chick-fil-A nuggets in the air fryer.
Ready to learn how long to reheat chicken nuggets? Grab those leftovers and I will show you…
How To Reheat Chicken Nuggets In Air Fryer
Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.
Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F or 180 degrees C, according to the instructions for your specific model.Add the chicken nuggets to the air fryer basket, keeping them in a single layer.Cook for 3-5 minutes or until heated through and they reach an internal temperature of at least 165 degrees F or 74 degrees C (use a meat thermometer to check).Turn the nuggets over after a minute or two of cooking so they crisp evenly on both sides.
Expert Tips
There is no need to use oil to reheat chicken nuggets in air fryer.But, if you want crispier nuggets, you can spray with a small amount of oil. This method works for reheating any kind of nuggets, such as McDonalds, Wendy’s or your favorite drive-thru nuggets. Don’t overlap the chicken nuggets in the air fryer basket. Halfway through cooking, turn the nuggets over so they cook evenly.
Prep And Storage
Prep Ahead – Bring the chicken nuggets to room temperature for 20 minutes before reheating in air fryer.Store – Leftover chicken nuggets should be stored in an airtight container inside the fridge for up to 4 days. Freeze – Refreezing nuggets is not recommended.
FAQs
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Serving Suggestions
Air Fryer French Fries.Chick-fil-a Sauce.Instant Pot Broccoli.
Weight Watchers Points
There are 5 Blue Plan SmartPoints in one serving of this. Thank you for reading my How To Reheat Chicken Nuggets In Air Fryer recipe post. And please come visit again as I continue to slice, dice, and dream up affordable Air Fryer recipes, Instant Pot Recipes, Southern Recipes, and more. Thanks for supporting Recipes from a Pantry, food blog.
