Description

There’s something magical about burgers that bring backyard BBQ vibes to your kitchen on a busy Tuesday night. Born from Harper’s smoky kitchen misadventures, these air fryer BBQ chicken burgers became a weeknight wonder—juicy chicken, melty cheese, crisp bacon, and tangy sauce, all nestled in a buttery brioche bun. No grill, no smoke alarms, just fast, full-flavored comfort food at your fingertips. Try them once and they’ll become your go-to recipe for beating the dinner rush in style!

Ingredients

Scale

4 x 150g Chicken Breasts
1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1 tsp Garlic Powder
1 tsp Olive Oil
Salt & Pepper to taste
4 Slices Mozzarella Cheese
20g Sharp Cheddar, grated
50g BBQ Sauce
8 Rashers Smoky Bacon
4 Brioche Buns
5g Parsley Butter (soft butter + chopped parsley)

Instructions

Prep & Season: Pat chicken dry. Rub with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Let sit 5 minutes.
Air Fry: Cook chicken at 180°C (356°F) for 12–14 mins, flipping halfway. Internal temp should reach 74°C (165°F).
Cook Bacon: Fry in a pan (8–10 mins) or air fry separately until crispy. Drain on paper towel.
Add Cheese: In final 2 mins of chicken cook time, top with mozzarella and cheddar. Air fry until melted.
Toast Buns: Lightly toast buns and brush tops with parsley butter.
Assemble: Spread BBQ sauce on bottom bun, add cheesy chicken, bacon, then top bun. Serve hot.

Notes

Pound thicker chicken ends for even cooking.
Use a meat thermometer for best results.
Air fry bacon for less mess and great crispiness.
Try pepper jack for a spicy kick!

Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins

Nutrition

Calories: 620 kcal per serving
Fat: 34g
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 48g