Mel’s Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Ingredients: - **2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts** - **1 cup buttermilk** - **1/2 cup dill pickle juice** - **1 cup all-purpose flour** - **1 tsp garlic powder** - **1 tsp onion powder** - **1 tsp smoked paprika** - **1/2 tsp salt** - **1/2 tsp black pepper** - **Cooking spray** - **4 brioche buns** - **Lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles for serving** - **Sriracha mayo (optional)** ### Instructions: 1. **Marinate the Chicken**: In a bowl, combine the buttermilk and pickle juice. Add the chicken breasts and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to tenderize and infuse flavor. 2. **Prepare the Breading**: In another bowl, mix the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. 3. **Coat the Chicken**: Remove the chicken from the marinade and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coat. 4. **Air Fry the Chicken**: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place the chicken breasts in the bas