Crispy Cilantro Lime Chicken Sandwich: Easy Air-Fried Delight
A delectable Crispy Cilantro Lime Chicken Sandwich that can be easily made in an air fryer or oven, offering a burst of flavor with every bite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Air Fryer or Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 sandwich buns
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup sliced tomatoes
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breasts in lime juice, cilantro, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper for at least 30 minutes.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) or the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the marinated chicken in the air fryer basket or on a baking sheet and cook for 15-20 minutes until fully cooked.
- Meanwhile, toast the sandwich buns until golden brown.
- Once the chicken is done, slice it and assemble the sandwiches with lettuce and tomatoes on the buns.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, increase the cooking time by a few minutes.
- Substitute lemon juice for lime juice if preferred.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Crispy Cilantro Lime Chicken Sandwich, Air-Fried, Oven Baked