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Easy & Healthy Spicy McChicken

This easy & healthy Spicy McChicken is high protein and low calorie, with crispy coated chicken and a creamy homemade sauce. A lighter, satisfying alternative to your favorite takeout sandwich.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 391
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 300 g skinless chicken breast 2 fillets
Seasoning:
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp chilli powder
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
Coating
  • 40 g plain flour
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/2 tsp chilli powder
  • 2 g baking powder
  • 1 egg
Sauce
  • 40 g light mayonnaise
  • 1/3 tsp mustard powder
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
To serve
  • 2 brioche buns
  • Lettuce

Method
 

  1. Slice chicken breast into 2 even fillets.
  2. Season both sides with salt, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, chilli powder, and cayenne.
  3. In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, chilli powder, and baking powder.
  4. Dip chicken into whisked egg, then coat in seasoned flour.
  5. Lightly spray with oil and air fry or bake until golden and cooked through.
  6. Mix sauce ingredients in a small bowl until smooth.
  7. Toast buns, spread sauce, add lettuce and chicken. Assemble and serve.

Notes

  • Add more cayenne for extra heat or reduce for a milder version
  • Baking powder helps create a crispier coating
  • Do not overcrowd the air fryer for best results
  • Swap mayo for a low-fat yogurt option if preferred
 

Nutrition (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 392
  • Carbs: 38g
  • Fat: 6g
  • Protein: 44g