Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Fried chicken served on a toasted bun with pickles. Kool-Aid pickle on the side
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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken
Sandwich Assembly
Kool-Aid Pickle
Method
Fried Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Dredging Station
In a shallow dish, add the all-purpose flour. Add additional salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper to the flour and mix well.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Dredge and Fry the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, ensuring an even coating. Carefully place the chicken in the hot oil and fry for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
Sandwich Assembly
- 5
Toast the Buns
Lightly toast the burger buns on a skillet or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 6
Assemble the Sandwich
On the bottom half of the toasted bun, place the fried chicken. Top with pickles and then add the top half of the bun. Press down gently.
Kool-Aid Pickle Preparation
- 7
