Description

Ever get hit by that irresistible urge for a Nando’s burger, only to realize you’re too tired to queue or wait for delivery? That’s exactly how these PERi-PERi Air Fryer Brioche Burgers were born. What started as a fiery kitchen disaster turned into Harper’s signature weeknight win. Think juicy, spice-kissed chicken, golden halloumi, melty mozzarella, and tangy chilli jam all stacked in a toasted brioche bun. It’s everything you crave—made faster, cleaner, and way more satisfying at home. Let’s turn cravings into proud kitchen victories!

Ingredients

Scale

4 Brioche Buns
400g Chicken Breast, sliced or pounded
2 tbsp Nando’s Marinade (or DIY substitute)
120g Reduced-Fat Halloumi, sliced
1 Pepper (any color), sliced
½ Onion, sliced
1 tsp Olive Oil
4 Slices Mozzarella
20g Chilli Jam
20g Perinaise (or spicy mayo mix)
10g Melted Butter (for toasting buns)

Instructions

Marinate Chicken: Coat chicken in marinade. Let sit for 30 mins (or overnight for max flavor).
Air Fry Chicken: Preheat air fryer to 180°C (356°F). Cook chicken 8 mins, flip, then 4–6 mins more until cooked through.
Sauté Veggies: While chicken cooks, pan-fry peppers and onions in olive oil for 7–10 mins until softened and slightly charred.
Cook Halloumi: Air fry or pan-fry halloumi for 3–5 mins until golden.
Melt Cheese: In the final 2 mins of chicken cook time, top with mozzarella. Let it melt in the air fryer.
Toast Buns: Brush bun insides with melted butter. Toast for 1–2 mins in air fryer or under grill.
Assemble: Spread perinaise on bottom buns, layer chicken, peppers/onions, halloumi, and chilli jam. Top with the other bun.

Notes

Pat chicken dry before marinating—it helps flavor stick!
Use a meat thermometer (aim for 75°C/165°F) for juicy, safe results.
Don’t skip bun toasting—it holds everything together and adds flavor!

Prep Time: 10 mins + 30 mins marinating
Cook Time: 15 mins

Nutrition

Calories: 585 kcal per serving
Fat: 32g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Protein: 42g