Rice Paper Chicken Nuggets
Rice Paper Chicken Nuggets
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- 1 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 5 rice paper sheets
- as needed avocado oil spray
For the Chicken Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, oregano, pepper, cayenne, and baking soda. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
Prepare a clean, lightly oiled surface (such as a cutting board or large plate). Dip one rice paper sheet in water for approximately 1 second on each side, just enough to make it pliable. Lay the softened rice paper sheet flat on the oiled surface.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Spoon about 1/5 of the chicken mixture onto the rice paper sheet, shaping it into a log. Carefully roll the rice paper tightly around the chicken mixture, similar to rolling a spring roll. Repeat this process with the remaining rice paper sheets and chicken mixture until you have 5 rolls in total.
⏱️ 8 min
- 4
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut each chicken roll into 6 equal pieces, creating a total of 30 nuggets.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
Lightly spray the chicken nuggets with avocado oil. Place them in an air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. You may need to cook them in batches.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Air fry the nuggets at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy to your liking. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) using a meat thermometer.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400
- 7
Once cooked, remove the nuggets from the air fryer and let them cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
⏱️ 5 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Rice Paper Chicken Nuggets
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 large egg
- 1 oz shredded mozzarella cheese
- 5 rice paper sheets
- as needed avocado oil spray
For the Chicken Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, egg, shredded mozzarella cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, oregano, pepper, cayenne, and baking soda. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
Prepare a clean, lightly oiled surface (such as a cutting board or large plate). Dip one rice paper sheet in water for approximately 1 second on each side, just enough to make it pliable. Lay the softened rice paper sheet flat on the oiled surface.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Spoon about 1/5 of the chicken mixture onto the rice paper sheet, shaping it into a log. Carefully roll the rice paper tightly around the chicken mixture, similar to rolling a spring roll. Repeat this process with the remaining rice paper sheets and chicken mixture until you have 5 rolls in total.
⏱️ 8 min - 4
Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut each chicken roll into 6 equal pieces, creating a total of 30 nuggets.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
Lightly spray the chicken nuggets with avocado oil. Place them in an air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring not to overcrowd. You may need to cook them in batches.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Air fry the nuggets at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy to your liking. Ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (75°C) using a meat thermometer.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 400 - 7
Once cooked, remove the nuggets from the air fryer and let them cool for about 5 minutes before serving. Pair with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
⏱️ 5 min