These Air Fryer Catfish Nuggets are a delightful twist on the classic Southern dish. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these bite-sized pieces of catfish are seasoned to perfection and cooked to a golden brown in the air fryer. Enjoy them as a tasty appetizer or a flavorful main course that will satisfy your seafood cravings.

Ingredients

• 1 pound catfish fillets, cut into bite-sized nuggets
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust according to your spice preference)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 large eggs
• Cooking spray

Directions

1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F for about 5 minutes.
2. In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the seasoned flour mixture.
3. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs until well blended.
4. Dip each catfish nugget into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off.
5. Roll the egg-coated catfish nuggets in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure to coat them evenly.
6. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
7. Place the coated catfish nuggets in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don't touch each other.
8. Spray the tops of the nuggets with cooking spray to help them crisp up.
9. Cook the catfish nuggets in the air fryer for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time.
10. Once they are golden brown and crispy, remove the nuggets from the air fryer and transfer them to a serving plate.
11. Serve the air fryer catfish nuggets hot with your favorite dipping sauce or alongside a side of coleslaw or fries.

Enjoy these deliciously crunchy and flavorful air fryer catfish nuggets that are sure to impress your guests or satisfy your seafood cravings anytime!