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Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich

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A crispy, golden fried chicken fillet served on a toasted bun with crunchy toppings and a creamy sauce for the perfect chicken sandwich experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (sliced into 4 fillets)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • 4 brioche or hamburger buns
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Sliced pickles
  • Sandwich Sauce: 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon ketchup
  • 1 teaspoon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon pickle juice or lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken fillets and marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to overnight).
  2. In a separate bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each fillet in the flour mixture, pressing gently to form a crispy coating.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken fillets for 5–7 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through.
  5. Transfer chicken to a wire rack to keep it crispy.
  6. Whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle juice, and paprika to make the sauce.
  7. Lightly toast the buns in a pan or oven.
  8. Assemble the sandwich: spread sauce on the buns, add lettuce and pickles, place the crispy chicken fillet on top, and close the sandwich.

Notes

  • Double-dip chicken in buttermilk and flour for a thicker crust.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy version.
  • Use a meat thermometer—internal temp should reach 165°F (74°C).

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Keywords: crispy chicken sandwich, fried chicken sandwich, chicken burger, buttermilk chicken

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