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air fryer grilled chicken sandwich: Golden grilled chicken sandwich with melted cheese and fresh veggies on a toasted bun, perfect for air fryer dinners.

Ultimate Air Fryer Grilled Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Chef Marcus
Make this juicy, crispy chicken sandwich with minimal effort. It's the perfect quick fix for your next Air Fryer Dinners lineup, ready in under 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 450 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts pounded to even thickness
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 4 slices tomato
  • 4 leaves lettuce
  • 4 buns burger buns toasted
  • 4 tbsp mayonnaise

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
  • In a bowl, coat chicken breasts with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Place chicken in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Add cheese slices on top for the last 2 minutes to melt perfectly.
  • Remove chicken, let rest for 2 minutes, then build your sandwich with mayo, lettuce, and tomato.
Keyword air fryer grilled chicken sandwich