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Air Fryer Catfish Nuggets topped with parsley on a black plate next to coleslaw and a small bowl of tartar sauce.
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Air Fryer Catfish Nuggets

Air Fryer Catfish Nuggets lets you eat a classic southern comfort food the healthy way, with all of the crispiness and classic cornmeal flavor, and none of the messy frying oil!
Course Main Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Air Fryer Catfish Nuggets
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings 4 serving
Calories 270kcal
Author Michelle

Ingredients

  • 1 pound catfish nuggets (or filets cut into bite size pieces, about 1-inch)
  • 1 cup cornmeal
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1½ teaspoons garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • In a flat dish (Like a baking dish or cake pan), combine cornmeal, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Whisk together to combine.
  • Place a few catfish nuggets into the cornmeal mixture to fully coat in cornmeal mixture. Remove to a large plate or tray.
  • Cooking in batches, cook catfish in the air fryer at 400°F for 8 to 10 minutes, until cooked through and flaky.

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Notes

  • Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 3 to 5 days.
  • Reheat: Air fry the bites at 400°F for 3 minutes until heated all the way through. If reheating from frozen, increase the time to 5 minutes. Alternately, you can bake them at 350°F for about 5 minutes (or 7 to 10 minutes if frozen), or until heated through.
  • Freezer Directions: To freeze, prepare catfish nuggets according to recipe. Allow to cool completely. Transfer to a freezer bag. Freeze for up 3 months. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 31g | Protein: 23g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 66mg | Sodium: 343mg | Potassium: 591mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 920IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 2mg