If you’ve ever craved a crispy chicken sandwich from your favorite drive-thru but wished it came with better ingredients and fewer calories — this recipe is your answer. These Healthy Chicken Fast Food Sandwiches deliver that golden crunch and juicy bite, but with lean ground chicken, whole-grain buns, and an easy air fryer method that skips the oil and mess.
🍗 Ingredients
For the Chicken Patties:
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 1 tbsp mustard
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
For the Crispy Coating:
- ½ cup corn flakes
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- Pinch of salt
To Assemble:
- Whole wheat burger buns
- Light mayonnaise
- Shredded lettuce
- Dill pickles
- Avocado oil spray or a little avocado oil for your hands
🔥 Instructions
1. Prep the chicken mixture:
In a medium bowl, combine ground chicken, mustard, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Mix gently until everything is evenly incorporated.
2. Chill the patties:
Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties and place them on a parchment-lined plate or tray. Freeze for 5–10 minutes — this helps them firm up and makes them easier to handle.
3. Make the crispy coating:
While the chicken chills, add corn flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and salt to a blender. Pulse until you have a fine, crumb-like texture. Pour into a shallow bowl.
4. Coat and air fry:
Lightly coat your hands with avocado oil. Press each chilled patty into the corn flake mixture, ensuring both sides are evenly coated.
Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the exterior is golden and crisp and the inside reaches 165°F.
5. Assemble the sandwiches:
Spread a little light mayo on a toasted whole wheat bun, add your crispy chicken patty, shredded lettuce, and dill pickles. Press together and enjoy immediately!
🍔 Why You’ll Love These
These sandwiches give you all the fast-food flavor — that crispy, juicy, tangy combo — without the grease, additives, or guilt. The corn flake coating creates a perfect crunch, while the air fryer keeps everything light. Pair them with a side of sweet potato fries or a quick salad, and you’ve got a complete, satisfying meal that’s ready in under 30 minutes.
Tip: For an extra flavor kick, mix a bit of hot sauce into your mayo or toss the shredded lettuce in a splash of pickle juice before assembling!
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