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Air Fryer Popeyes Blackened Chicken Sandwiches

Air Fryer Popeyes Blackened Chicken Sandwiches

5 from 1 vote
Author: Laurie Fleming
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 2 Servings

Description

Discover how to make Air Fryer Popeyes Blackened Chicken Sandwiches at home! This easy recipe features crispy, juicy chicken coated in a flavorful blackened spice blend, served on a toasted bun for the ultimate sandwich.

Ingredients 

  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablepoon cornstarch, optional
  • 3 tablespoons blackening spice, divided (premade or see ingredients below)
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breast fillets , (6–8 ounces each)
  • 2 brioche buns
  • 6 sliced pickles
  • 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise

BLACKENING SPICE (combine all ingredients)

  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper

Instructions

  • In a mixing bowl or food storage container, whisk together buttermilk, cornstarch (for crispier chicken), and 1 1/2 tablespoons of the blackening spice.
  • Add the chicken to the buttermilk mixture and flip to coat. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour.
  • Remove chicken from buttermilk and shake off excess buttermilk. Sprinkle generously on both sides with the remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons of blackening spice and then spray with vegetable oil spray to promote browning. Transfer to the air fryer basket.
  • Air fry at 375°F for 12–15 minutes, until browned on the outside and a meat thermometer registers at least 165°F when inserted into the thickest piece.
  • For the best flavor, spray brioche buns with vegetable oil spray or lightly butter and brown in a skillet over medium heat.
  • Place a few slices of pickle on the bottom bun and spread mayonnaise on the top bun. Place chicken breasts on the 2 bottom buns and then place the top buns over the chicken to finish the sandwiches.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 643kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 36gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.04gCholesterol: 228mgSodium: 3165mgPotassium: 617mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2703IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 144mgIron: 2mg