Canned Chicken Nuggets

Step by Step Instructions

1. 1

   In a medium bowl, add the drained chicken and use a fork to break it into smaller pieces. Add the cottage cheese, shredded cheese, and egg, then stir until well combined. Mix in seasoning if using.

   For this step

   • 12.5 oz can of chicken, drained well
   • 1/2 cup shredded cheese
   • 1/3 cup cottage cheese
   • 1 large egg
   • seasoning (optional)
2. 2

   Using your hands or a cookie scoop, portion the chicken mixture into 16 oval-shaped nuggets, each about 1 inch wide. Place them in a single layer in an air fryer basket or on an air fryer tray. If baking, arrange the nuggets on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

3. 3

   Air fry at 390°F, starting with 10-12 minutes, or bake at 400°F, starting with 10-12 minutes. Cook until golden and the center of the thickest nuggets reaches 165°F on a food thermometer. Add time as needed; size, thickness and appliance affect the cooking time. Work in batches if needed to keep a single layer.