Easy Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich (Chick-fil-A Copycat)
"This Air Fryer Chicken Sandwich (Chick-fil-A Copycat) recipe is the best homemade meal the whole family will love! The chicken is brined in pickle juice and buttermilk, which produces tender and juicy chicken with a crispy breading. Add in cayenne pepper and fresh veggies for the spicy deluxe!..."
INGREDIENTS
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (Mine were 6-8oz each.)
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1 cup pickle juice
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1/2 cup buttermilk (See notes below for how to substitute buttermilk.)
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1/2 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon salt (Adjust to taste.)
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1/4 teaspoon pepper (Adjust to taste.)
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1 tablespoon Powdered/Confectioner's Sugar or Sweetener
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1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (Optional for the spicy chicken sandwich)
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1 egg (beaten)
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cooking oil (I used peanut oil)
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2 buns
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4 slices dill pickle chips
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2 slices leaf lettuce (Optional for deluxe sandwich.)
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4 slices fresh tomatoes (Optional for deluxe sandwich.)
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1/4 cup mayo
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2 tablespoons honey
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2 teaspoons BBQ Sauce (hickory smoked)
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2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
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1 teaspoon yellow mustard
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1/2 teaspoon xanthan gum (See substitution in the notes below.)
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