Air-Fryer Firecracker BBQ Chicken Burgers

AF-200 Crew BBQ Recipe

Air-Fryer Firecracker BBQ Chicken Burgers

This is what happens when a barbecue burger decides being smoky isn't enough. Crispy chicken. Sticky firecracker glaze. Melted cheese.

Air-Fryer Firecracker BBQ Chicken Burgers
Air-Fryer Firecracker BBQ Chicken Burgers preparation stage

You’ll Need

600g chicken breast, minced or very finely chopped
1 egg, 50g breadcrumbs, 1 tbsp olive oil

Firecracker Seasoning
1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp sea salt, ½ tsp black pepper, ½ tsp chilli flakes

Firecracker BBQ Glaze
2 tbsp BBQ sauce, 2 tbsp sweet chilli sauce
1 tbsp sriracha, 1 tsp honey

To Serve
4 brioche burger buns
4 cheese slices
Lettuce leaves
1 small red onion, sliced

Optional But Dangerous
Pickles
Jalapeños
Chipotle mayo
Loaded fries

Method

Preheat your air fryer to 200°C.

In a large bowl, combine the minced chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and chilli flakes.

Mix thoroughly until fully combined.

Divide into four equal portions and shape into burger patties.

Lightly brush with olive oil.

Place into the air fryer basket in a single layer.

Air fry for 10–12 minutes, turning halfway through.

While the burgers cook, combine the BBQ sauce, sweet chilli sauce, sriracha, and honey.

During the final 3 minutes, brush the burgers generously with the glaze.

Add a cheese slice to each burger and cook for the final minute until melted.

Warm the brioche buns.

Build the burgers with lettuce, onion, and the glazed chicken patties.

Add pickles, jalapeños, or chipotle mayo if using.

Serve immediately while still hot and sticky.

Lad Tip: The trick is balance. Firecracker burgers should make your lips tingle, not make you question your life choices. If you're sweating before the second bite, you've gone too far. If you're smiling and reaching for another bite, you've nailed it.

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