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crispy air fryer chicken sandwich better than takeout

Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich Better Than Takeout

You won’t believe how easy it is to make a crispy chicken sandwich in the air fryer. Try this delicious recipe and enjoy homemade perfection!

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (1 lb / 450 g)
  • 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup (100 g) panko breadcrumbs
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • Mayonnaise (to taste)
  • Lettuce (for garnish)
  • Tomato slices (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. In another bowl, beat the eggs.
  4. In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Dip each chicken thigh first into the flour mixture, then into the eggs, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  6. Place the breaded chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  7. Cook for 10 minutes, flip the chicken, and cook for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Assemble the sandwich by spreading mayonnaise on the bun, adding crispy chicken, lettuce, and tomato slices.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk for a couple of hours before breading.
  • Feel free to add cheese or your favorite sauce to the sandwich.
  • Author: admin
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 420 mg
  • Fat: 12 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 45 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Cholesterol: 65 mg

Keywords: crispy chicken sandwich, air fryer sandwich, homemade sandwich