Impossible chicken nuggets in air fryer

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This Impossible chicken nuggets in the air fryer recipe makes it easy to cook your favorite meatless bites so they are perfectly crunchy, moist and tender! Just pop the frozen vegan nuggets in the basket and 10 minutes later you're ready to serve them with dipping sauces for a delicious plant-based snack, lunch, or dinner.

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We are big fans of chicken around here, as you might have noticed. And crunchy nuggets are definitely a family favorite! But thanks to some amazing developments in food production, there are now plenty of plant-based options that taste almost *exactly* like traditional chicken items. And with this easy recipe it is absolutely possible to make the BEST Impossible chicken nuggets in the air fryer!

My guide is great for cooking your favorite vegan nuggets in under 10 minutes, with no oil necessary. You can even use it for air frying Impossible's spicy and Wild Nuggies in fun shapes. Really, you can use these same steps to air fry just about any other brand of meatless nuggets like Beyond Meat, Just Bare or MorningStar Farms, etc.!

These protein-rich, crispy and tasty chik'n bites are sure to be a hit with kids and adults alike. Enjoy them with any sauces for dipping plus whatever lunch or dinner side dishes you like. Or even eat them as-is (but slightly cooled) right from the fry basket for a quick snack!

What are Impossible chicken nuggets made from

These iconic nuggets are made with a pretty simple combination plant-based ingredients. This includes soy for the bulk of the protein and pleasing texture, plus a blend of seasonings and wheat flour coating.

Spices like garlic powder and onion powder help make the bites super savory. And the sunflower oil gets the breading extra crispy, without being too heavy. So in every bite of Impossible nugget you get great chicken-ish flavor wrapped in just the right amount of crunchiness!

Frequently asked questions

Are Impossible chicken nuggets gluten free?

No, Impossible chicken nuggets are not gluten-free. The breading includes wheat flour and wheat gluten.

Do Impossible nuggets taste like chicken?

They have a familiar texture and taste, with a crunchy coating and juicy, fork-tender meat-like inside. The plant-based nuggets are lightly savory, but don't have quite the same sweetness.

Should you flip nuggets in an air fryer?

Yes, it is a good idea to flip the nuggets about halfway through the cooking time. This helps to cook them beautifully golden and crisp on all sides.

I also suggest opening and gently shaking the basket every minute or so after the recommended cook time, if they do not seem quite crispy enough at first.

Can I air fry nuggets and fries at the same time?

It depends on how much you are wanting to cook. If you are air frying a small portion of Impossible chicken nuggets and a handful of frozen french fries, you can make it work.

What is important is that none of the foods touch each other in the fryer basket. Every nugget and fry needs enough space for the hot air to circulate evenly. Also, fries and nuggets cook at different times. Add more or less time as needed to get everything heated properly.

Can you air fry frozen nuggets?

Yes, you want to air fry Impossible nuggets from frozen, so do not thaw them first. Cooking from frozen allows you to cook them at a higher heat for longer... So the insides get heated thoroughly but stay moist, and the outside gets perfectly crispy and golden.

Do chicken nuggets need oil air fryer?

Nope! The sunflower oil in the flour breading is plenty for the bites to get crunchy, without deep frying in oil.

You will also love this air fryer beyond meat sausage recipe and air fryer beyond meat burger.

Hope you will like this air fryer Impossible chicken nuggets recipe as much as we do. Rate the recipe if you made it and leave a comment below if you have any questions or suggestions.

If you are interested in non vegetarian recipes as well, try this homemade chicken nuggets with ground chicken in air fryer.

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