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Air Fryer Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Crispy, juicy spicy chicken breast cooked in the air fryer and served on a soft brioche bun with creamy spicy sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 38 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Autumn
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts halved horizontally
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tsp hot sauce
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
Assembly
  • 4 brioche buns
  • dill pickle slices

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce.
  2. Mix flour and spices for coating.
  3. Coat chicken thoroughly.
  4. Air fry at 375°F for 16–18 minutes flipping halfway.
  5. Assemble sandwich with sauce and pickles.

Notes

Adjust cayenne for desired heat level. Double dredge for extra crunch.