RECIPE: AIR-FRYER Spicy Honey Crispy Chicken Buns!

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🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index, while corn syrup is more affordable.

chicken thighs

🥗Healthier: chicken breasts

💰Cheaper: ground chicken

Chicken breasts are leaner, while ground chicken is often less expensive.

buns

🥗Healthier: whole wheat buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole wheat buns provide more fiber, while white bread is usually cheaper.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt is lower in calories and adds creaminess, while sour cream is a cheaper alternative.

Marinate boneless skinless chicken thighs in buttermilk, salt, and black pepper for at least 20 minutes.

Crush corn flakes in a ziplock bag until fine crumbs are formed.

In the ziplock bag, add flour, chili powder, white pepper, garlic powder, and a generous pinch of salt; mix well.

Dip marinated chicken thighs into the cornflake-flour mixture until well coated.

Preheat air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius) for 22 minutes.

Brush the coated chicken pieces with a little oil before placing them in the air fryer.

Place chicken in the air fryer and cook for 22 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).

Prepare brioche buns while chicken cooks.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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