Lower Calorie Chicken Sandwich with Crispy Fries

Steps

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1. 1
   Peel the potatoes and slice them lengthwise, then cut into fries. Avoid cutting too thinly to prevent them from breaking apart during cooking.
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   Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and add a tiny pinch of baking soda. The baking soda increases alkalinity in the water, softening the potato exterior to achieve superior crispiness.
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   Add the cut potatoes to the boiling water, reduce heat to medium, and simmer for 10 minutes until a knife passes through easily.
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   Drain the potatoes and transfer to a bowl. Add olive oil, black pepper, and rosemary. Vigorously shake the bowl for about 30 seconds to coat evenly and develop the potato slurry on the surface.
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   Place the potatoes on a baking tray and air fry at 400°F (200°C) for 20–25 minutes until golden and crispy.
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   Place the chicken breast in a plastic bag and pound the thicker sections gently for about 30 seconds with a heavy object to even out thickness. Cut into two pieces.
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   Set up three plates: one with flour, one with whisked egg, and one with crushed cornflakes mixed with salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, and garlic powder.
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   Coat each chicken piece with flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat thoroughly with the cornflake mixture. Repeat for the second piece.
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   Place the coated chicken pieces on a wire rack in the air fryer oven and cook at the same temperature for 10–15 minutes until cooked through.
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    Mix together light mayo, zero sugar ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, a pinch of salt, and a dash each of garlic powder and cayenne pepper to make the sauce.
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    Place the bun on the wire rack and use the air fryer's toast function to lightly toast for about 3 minutes.
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    Spread half the sauce on the bottom bun, add pickles if desired, layer the chicken and cheese, and allow the cheese to melt slightly. Top with the remaining sauce and close with the upper bun.
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