Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich (Chick-fil-A Copycat)

Name: Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich (Chick-fil-A Copycat)
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 32 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Mine were 6-8oz each.); 1 cup pickle juice; 1/2 cup buttermilk (See notes below for how to substitute buttermilk.); 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon salt (Adjust to taste.); 1/4 teaspoon pepper (Adjust to taste.); 1 tablespoon powdered sweetener; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional for the spicy chicken sandwich); 1 egg (beaten); cooking oil (I used peanut oil); 2 buns (I use brioche.); 4 slices dill pickle chips; 2 slices leaf lettuce (Optional for deluxe sandwich.); 4 slices fresh tomatoes (Optional for deluxe sandwich.); 1/4 cup mayo; 2 tablespoons honey; 2 teaspoons BBQ Sauce (hickory smoked); 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 1 teaspoon yellow mustard; 1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (See substitution in the notes below.)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:22min

This Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich (Chick-fil-A Copycat) recipe is the best homemade meal the whole family will love! The chicken is brined in pickle juice and buttermilk, which produces tender and juicy chicken with a crispy breading. Add in cayenne pepper and fresh veggies for the spicy deluxe!

Updated at: Sat, 23 Nov 2024 11:52:38 GMT