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Air Fryer Copycat Chick Fil A Sandwich Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Total Time: 47 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings (4 sandwiches) 1x
  • Category: Main-course
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This Air Fryer Copycat Chick Fil A Sandwich is a healthier homemade version of the popular fast food favorite, featuring juicy marinated chicken breasts, a perfectly seasoned crispy coating, and soft brioche buns, all assembled easily using your air fryer for ultimate convenience and deliciousness.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 2 Chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup Dill pickle juice
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Whole milk
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons Corn starch
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • Non-stick cooking spray

To Serve

  • 4 Brioche buns
  • 12 Dill pickle slices
  • Chick Fil A Sauce, optional

Instructions

  1. Pound and Prepare Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a gallon-sized ziptop bag. Pound them until they are about 1/2 inch thick for even cooking, then cut each breast into two pieces.
  2. Marinate: Put the chicken pieces back in the bag. Add dill pickle juice and water, seal, and refrigerate to marinate for 30 minutes to infuse flavor and tenderize the meat.
  3. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the eggs and whole milk until well combined, creating a coating that will help the breading stick.
  4. Mix Dry Coating: In another bowl, blend together flour, corn starch, powdered sugar, paprika, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until evenly mixed.
  5. Bread Chicken: Remove marinated chicken from the bag. Dip each piece first in the egg mixture, then coat thoroughly in the dry flour mixture so the whole surface is covered.
  6. Prepare Air Fryer: Spray the air fryer basket with non-stick cooking spray to avoid sticking.
  7. Arrange and Cook Chicken: Place the coated chicken pieces in the basket in a single layer, ensuring they don’t touch. You may need to cook in batches. Spray the tops lightly with cooking spray.
  8. Air Fry in Two Stages: Cook at 340°F for 6 minutes. Open the air fryer, flip the chicken, and increase the heat to 400°F. Continue cooking for another 6 minutes, or until the internal temperature is 165°F and the exterior is golden and crisp.
  9. Assemble Sandwich: Place each cooked chicken portion on a brioche bun, topping with three dill pickle slices for the classic Chick Fil A touch.
  10. Serve: Serve immediately with Chick Fil A sauce if desired, and enjoy your homemade copycat sandwich.

Notes

  • This recipe can be easily doubled for larger gatherings; air fry the chicken in batches as needed.
  • For a spicy version, add a dash of hot sauce and some chili powder to the marinade.
  • For extra flavor, butter and toast the buns before assembling the sandwiches, and serve with Chick Fil A sauce.
  • Substitute buttermilk for regular milk in the egg mixture for a richer flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 sandwich
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 1280mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 11g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 58g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 177mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/air-fryer-copycat-chick-fil-a-sandwich-recipe/