Description
Craving a flavor explosion? Spicy Chicken Sandwich delivers zesty, crispy perfection with juicy marinated chicken, tangy sauce, and crunchy brioche. Hungry diners will savor each bold, mouthwatering bite of this irresistible culinary creation.
Ingredients
Scale
Proteins:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut in half to make 4 pieces)
Breading and Seasonings:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Liquid and Marinade Ingredients:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 2 cups vegetable oil
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon honey
Sandwich Components:
- 4 brioche buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 8 dill pickle slices
Instructions
- Create a zesty marinade by whisking buttermilk with fiery hot sauce, seasoning generously with salt and black pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Submerge chicken pieces completely in the marinade, ensuring each fragment is thoroughly coated and infused with the spicy liquid.
- Allow the chicken to rest and absorb flavors, refrigerating for a minimum of 60 minutes; overnight marination will intensify the taste profile and tenderize the meat.
- Prepare a seasoned flour mixture with complementary spices for dredging the marinated chicken pieces.
- Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then meticulously coat each piece in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to the optimal temperature for achieving a crispy, golden exterior while maintaining juicy interior.
- Carefully lower flour-coated chicken into hot oil, frying until the exterior turns a rich, amber brown and the internal temperature reaches safe cooking standards.
- Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Select a soft, slightly toasted bun and layer with crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and a generous spread of zesty sauce.
- Nestle the freshly fried, spice-laden chicken onto the prepared bun, creating a mouthwatering sandwich ready to tantalize taste buds.
Notes
- Marinate chicken longer for deeper flavor infusion, allowing spices to fully penetrate the meat.
- Swap buttermilk with Greek yogurt for a tangier, protein-rich alternative that keeps chicken incredibly tender.
- Use gluten-free breadcrumbs or crushed cornflakes for a crispy coating that accommodates celiac or gluten-sensitive diets.
- Pat chicken completely dry before breading to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent soggy breading.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 36 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg