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Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich

Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich

Published: March 10, 2021 Last Updated: March 5, 2021

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5 from 1 vote
This Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich is the best dupe for my favorite fast food chicken sandwich. So convenient and quick in the air fryer.
Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 12 minutes
Marinating Time: 30 minutes
Total: 47 minutes
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Close up of the side of a chicken sandwich with pickles, waffle fries in the background
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Super close up of chick fila dupe sandwich from the air fryer
Top shot of Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich and waffle fries.
Close up of the side of a chicken sandwich with pickles, waffle fries in the background
Side view and close up of chicken sandwich with waffle fries

This Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich is the best dupe for my favorite fast food chicken sandwich. So convenient and quick in the air fryer.

Close up of the side of a chicken sandwich with pickles, waffle fries in the background

This Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich takes their signature dish and does it one better. How? By turning it into an even healthier version and being able to make it at home in just a few minutes.

Chick Fil A sure knows about chicken, here are some facts about them.

  • Super Tender: This Sandwich is so moist and tender you will be amazed.
  • Easy Ingredients: All found in pantry.
  • Family Friendly: Your family will love take out night made at home try pairing it with my Air Fryer In and Out Animal Fries.
  • Healthy: This version is healthier, fast to fix and has easier clean up.

What You Need to Make Chicken Sandwich

chicken, seasoning,,eggs and flour in separated bowls on a white background  for the sandwich.

Ingredients

  • chicken breasts
  • pickle juice
  • eggs
  • milk, whole
  • flour
  • powdered sugar
  • corn starch
  • paprika
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • garlic powder
  • oil
  • hamburger buns
  • pickles

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Whisk

How to Make Chick Fil A Dupe – Step by Step

Chicken marinating in bag and bows of egg and dry ingredients for sandwich
  • Chicken: First, place the chicken in a gallon size resealable bag and then pound them until they are 1/2 inch thick. Next, cut the breast into 4 pieces.
  • Add Juice: Second, place the chicken back in the bag and add in your pickle juice and water. Allow them to marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • Egg Wash: Meanwhile, whisk the egg and milk together.
  • Dry Ingredients: Then in a separate bowl, mix together your dry ingredients: flour, starch, and spices. 
Chicken, bowl of egg and dredge mix with raw chicken. Shot of top of airfryer with chicken in it after cooking.
  • Coat: Then coat the chicken in the egg mixture, then the flour mixture. 
  • Air Fryer: Spray your air fryer basket with cooking oil and then place your chicken in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook: Then spray the chicken with cooking spray.  Cook for 6 minutes at 340 degrees. Flip and cook for another 6 minutes at 400 degrees.
  • Finish:   Finally, place your chicken on your hamburger bun with three slices of dill pickles.
Super close up of chick fila dupe sandwich from the air fryer

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Common Questions About Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich

CAN I MARINATE THE CHICKEN LONGER?

Absolutely, the 30 minutes is the minimum to get the flavor and tenderness.

CAN I FRY THIS IN A PAN?

 Yes, fry for about 4-5 minutes. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.

CAN THIS RECIPE BE HALVED OR DOUBLED?

Definitely, just adjust the ingredients appropriately.

WHAT TO SERVE WITH RECIPE?

I love to make this Copycat Chick Fil A Sauce Recipe for dipping fries and onion rings in.

WHAT ELSE SHOULD I KNOW?

Remember, to preheat your Air Fryer for even cooking. Do not over crowd your fryer.

Top shot of Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich and waffle fries.

Expert Tips for Making Chick Fila Sandwich

  • This Recipe Can be Doubled: A great recipe for a crowd.  Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and air fry in small batches.
  • Add Hot Sauce: A dash of hot sauce ups the flavor.
  • Toast: Butter and toast the rolls for an even better sandwich.
  • Buttermilk: Use buttermilk instead of regular milk for a super sandwich.

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Close up of the side of a chicken sandwich with pickles, waffle fries in the background

Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich

5 from 1 vote
This Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich is the best dupe for my favorite fast food chicken sandwich. So convenient and quick in the air fryer.
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Servings: 2 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 12 minutes
Marinating Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 47 minutes

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 1/4 pickle juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 milk whole
  • 1 cup flour
  • 2 TBSP powdered sugar
  • 2 TBSP corn starch
  • 1 TSP paprika
  • 1 TSP salt
  • 1/2 TSP black pepper
  • 1/2 TSP garlic powder
  • 1 TBSP oil
  • 2 hamburger buns
  • 6 pickle slices

Instructions

  • Place the chicken in a gallon size ziplock bags. Pound them until they are 1/2 inch thick.
  • Cut the breast into 4 pieces.
  • Place the chicken back in the bag. Add in your pickle juice and water. Allow them to marinate in the fridge for 30 minutes.
  • Whisk the egg and milk together.
  • In a separate bowl, mix together your dry ingredients: flour, starch, and spices.
  • Coat the chicken in the egg mixture, then the flour mixture.
  • Spray your air fryer basket with cooking oil.
  • Place your chicken in the air fryer basket. Spray the chicken with cooking spray.
  • Cook for 6 minutes at 340 degrees. Flip and cook for another 6 minutes at 400 degrees.
  • Place your chicken on your hamburger bun with three slices of dill pickles.

Expert Tips

  • This Recipe Can be Doubled: A great recipe for a crowd.  Simply increase the ingredients proportionately and Air Fry in small batches.
  • Add Hot Sauce: A dash of hot sauce ups the flavor.
  • Toast: Butter and toast the rolls for an even better sandwich.
  • Buttermilk: Use buttermilk instead of regular milk for a super sandwich.

    Estimated Nutritional Information

    Calories: 543kcal | Carbohydrates: 87g | Protein: 17g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 164mg | Sodium: 1631mg | Potassium: 241mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 772IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 124mg | Iron: 6mg

    The nutritional information provided are estimates. To learn more about how I calculate this information go to www.itisakeeper.com/about-its-a-keeper/privacy-disclosure-policies/

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    5 from 1 vote
    This Air Fryer Chick Fil A Sandwich is the best dupe for my favorite fast food chicken sandwich. So convenient and quick in the air fryer.
    Prep: 5 minutes
    Cook: 12 minutes
    Marinating Time: 30 minutes
    Total: 47 minutes
    Jump to Recipe Print Recipe
    Close up of the side of a chicken sandwich with pickles, waffle fries in the background

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