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

Air Fryer Chick-fil-A Crispy Chicken Sandwich

4.20 from 5 votes
Author: Fork To Spoon
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings

Description

This Copycat Air Fryer Chick-fil-A Crispy Chicken Sandwich recipe is fantastic! Are you in the mood for a Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich but can't get to one?

Ingredients 

Chicken Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast,
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar, secret ingredient
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground garlic powder

Toppings:

    Hamburger buns or brioche bun, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and pickles for serving

      Instructions

      • Start by trimming the fat off the chicken sandwiches and then slice the breasts in half.
      • In a large bowl, mix the buttermilk and pickle juice.
      • Place the chicken in the buttermilk/pickle mixture. Cover and refrigerate for about 2 hours.
      • After marinating the chicken, in another bowl, mix the egg and milk.
      • In another bowl, add the flour, powdered sugar, and spices.
      • Dip your chicken into the egg/milk and then into the flour mixture.
      • As you coat your chicken, place them into the air fryer basket. Spray generously with either olive oil or peanut oil. You can also use a parchment liner or reusable silicone liner.
      • Set the temperature to 350 degrees F for 5 minutes. Then increase the temperature to 400 degrees for another 4 to 8 minutes. Check the internal temperature of the chicken, which should be 165 degrees F, with a meat thermometer.
      • Add the cooked chicken to a brioche or hamburger roll, and add your toppings.
      • Plate, serve, and enjoy!

      Equipment

      • Air Fryer
      • Cooking Spray
      • Parchment Paper, optional

      Notes

      Why does Chick-fil-A Recipe Call For Powdered Sugar?
      Balancing Flavors: Powdered sugar helps balance the flavors in the chicken breading. While the coating is savory due to the seasonings and spices used, the addition of powdered sugar provides a subtle sweetness that contrasts and complements the savory elements.
      Signature Flavor: The use of powdered sugar is part of Chick-fil-A's signature flavor profile. It's one of the distinctive elements that sets their chicken sandwich apart from others, creating a unique and memorable taste experience.
       

      Nutrition

      Serving: 1ServingCalories: 569kcalCarbohydrates: 73gProtein: 39gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0.03gCholesterol: 186mgSodium: 3254mgPotassium: 780mgFiber: 2gSugar: 17gVitamin A: 468IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 245mgIron: 4mg