Description
Indulge in our Juicy Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich with a Flavorful Coating—a healthier twist on a classic favorite! This recipe features tender marinated chicken breasts coated in a delightful blend of spices, producing a crispy exterior that’s both satisfying and guilt-free. Perfect for family dinners, game days, or quick weeknight meals, this sandwich will surely satisfy your cravings while keeping your health goals in check. With customizable toppings and a zesty spicy mayo, you’ll enjoy every bite of this delicious creation.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and pickles for toppings
Instructions
- Marinate chicken: Soak the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare coating: Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Dredge chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk and coat with the flour mixture.
- Preheat air fryer: Set to 375°F (190°C) and spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Cook chicken: Place coated chicken in the air fryer basket and cook for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through until golden brown.
- Make spicy mayo: Combine mayonnaise and hot sauce in a bowl.
- Toast buns: Lightly toast hamburger buns in the air fryer.
- Assemble sandwiches: Spread spicy mayo on buns, layer with lettuce, tomato, pickles, and crispy chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approx. 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg