This baked (or air-fried) spicy McChicken is a healthier, homemade twist on a fast-food classic. It’s crispy, juicy, and bursting with flavor, offering a fiery kick that will satisfy your cravings without the guilt.
Preheat the oven/air-fryer to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with baking paper, lightly spray with cooking spray.
olive oil cooking spray
Prep the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the ground chicken breast, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix thoroughly until well combined.
Divide the ground chicken into equal portions. Roll the chicken in your hands and form a ball, coat it in the egg.
Drop the egg washed ball on the coating plate and roll it around until coated. Press into the shape of a patty and ensure it is fully coated. Shake off excess flour and place on the baking sheet.
Lightly spray with olive oil cooking spray before baking.
Bake
Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through and respraying, until golden brown and cooked through.
Air-Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Air fry for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Flip and respray halfway through cooking.
Assemble
Assemble bottom up: bun, patty, lettuce, mayo, lid
3 brioche buns,3 tablespoon mayonnaise,1 cup shredded lettuce