This Air Fryer Spicy Chicken Sandwich is an AMAZING weeknight meal. It’s super easy and tasty. The chicken is juicy with just the right amount of spice.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword Air Fryer, Air Fryer Spicy Chicken Sandwich, Chicken Sandwich, Sandwich
½tablespoongarlic powderpepper, smoked paprika, AND cayenne
1teaspoonsalt
4buns
Optional Toppings: TomatoesLettuce, Pickles
Instructions
Pound the thicker end of the chicken breast till the chicken is the same thickness on both ends, about ½-inch thick (this will make sure the pieces cook at the same rate), then cut each breast in half to make 4 pieces.
Mix ½ teaspoon of salt and pickle juice together in a large bowl. Add in the chicken pieces and cover. Refrigerate and let marinate for 2-12 hours.
Whisk together milk, an egg, and hot sauce in a large bowl.
Mix flour, salt, garlic powder, pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne on a large plate
Using a fork, dip a piece of chicken in the flour mixture. Use the fork to pat the chicken into the flour and make sure it’s well coated. Shake off any excess flour. Then dip it into the egg mixture and then dip it back into the flour. Shake off any extra flour. Repeat the steps with the other 3 pieces of chicken.
Place the chicken into an air fryer pre-heated to 375 degrees—spray the chicken with oil.
Cook for 15-18 minutes or until the thickest part of the breast reads 165°F. Flip the chicken halfway through cooking.