Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich
This Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich brings together tender, juicy chicken with a crunchy, golden crust—no deep frying needed! Brined in pickle juice and dredged in a flavorful breadcrumb-flour blend, each bite is bursting with savory spices and irresistible texture.
Ingredients
- 2 medium eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup plain breadcrumbs
- ½ cup pickle juice
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp paprika
- ¼ tsp chili powder
- ½ tsp white pepper or black pepper
Instructions
- Soak chicken in pickle juice for 20 minutes.
- Pound chicken to ½-inch thick and cut into 4 pieces.
- Whisk milk and eggs in a shallow bowl.
- Add chicken and let sit for 30 minutes.
- In a separate bowl, mix breadcrumbs, flour, powdered sugar, salt, paprika, pepper, and chili powder.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/crispy-air-fryer-chicken-sandwich-recipe/
Notes
• Use a kitchen thermometer to guarantee food safety—165°F is key for chicken.
• Brioche buns add sweetness, but you can use any soft sandwich roll.
• Double the flour-breadcrumb mixture if making larger batches.