Dino Nuggets in Air Fryer

Dinosaur nuggets! this tutorial will teach you how to cook frozen dino nuggets in an air fryer in simple steps.  Dino nuggets make an amazing snack, lunch, or dinner for kids and adults alike. They are super convenient as they are cooked directly from frozen.

Serve this crispy goodness with any of the following: air fryer frozen french fries, homemade oven chips, creamy garlic mashed potatoes, no drippings gravy, and sauteed green peas.

What makes Dinosaur nuggets great

• Kids friendly! These nuggets are made or should I say targeted for kids. Every child loves their dino buddies, in whatever form it comes, so yes, even your pickiest eater would find it hard to say no to these little beauties.

• It is super easy and convenient, a one-step recipe that is perfect for a busy weeknight.

• It is economical and mess-free

• Dino nuggets depending on how it is made is healthy as most are made with boneless skinless chicken breast or turkey.

• No need to deep fry, or defrost before cooking. You get crispy, non-greasy, delicious nuggets at all times. Also, you do not need to preheat the air fryer for this one.

• They reheat nicely in the air fryer and it is not soggy at all.

How to cook dino nuggets in air fryer

Remove the frozen dinosaur nuggets from the packaging and arrange them in the air fryer basket, making sure you are not stacking them.

Cook the nuggets for 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden on the outside, flipping the basket or flipping the nuggets halfway through

Serve immediately with a side of fries, mashed potatoes, veggies, and a dipping sauce of choice

Tips

• Don't overcrowd, stack, or overfill the nuggets in the air fryer basket

• If you are not sure if the nuggets are fully cooked, insert an instant meat thermometer and the internal temperature should read 165F/74C

• There is no need to spray the nuggets with cooking oil

FAQs

What are dino nuggets

They are simply chicken or turkey nuggets shaped in dinosaur form.

How to reheat dino nuggets

Place the nuggets in the air fryer basket and cook at 180C/365F for 3-5 minutes or until it is warmed through. Shake the basket halfway through the cooking time

How long to cook dino nuggets in air fryer

Depending on the thickness of the dinosaur nugget and the brand used, it will typically cook between 8-12 minutes. This cooking time can be longer for a crispier result. The brand of the air fryer used may play a part in how long you will cook them since not all air fryer brands are made equally.

Is dino nuggets healthy

Yes, as most dino nuggets are made from boneless skinless chicken or turkey breast. As with everything in life, moderation is key, Dino nugget is a highly processed food, however, if served as a part of a meal or once in a while then it is healthy.