Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsMetro DinerSpicy Honey Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Spicy Honey Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Metro Diner
Time45m
Serves2

Sweet-meets-savory… with a little kick and big flavor! Sink your teeth into buttermilk marinated chicken dipped in our signature spicy honey sauce, topped with tomato. Plus choice of side. Big portion, small price.

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Ingredients

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For the Spicy Honey Chicken Sandwich

Method

Instructions

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Add the chicken breasts and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Spicy Honey Sauce

    In a small bowl, mix together honey and hot sauce until well combined. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Dredge the Chicken

    In a shallow dish, mix together flour and cornstarch. Remove marinated chicken from the fridge, letting excess buttermilk drip off, then dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring a good coating.

  4. 4

    Fry the Chicken

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the dredged chicken and fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Spread some spicy honey sauce on the bottom half of the hamburger bun. Place a piece of fried chicken on top, add a slice of tomato and lettuce (if using), then drizzle more spicy honey sauce on top. Cover with the top half of the bun.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Serve the spicy honey chicken sandwich with your choice of side and enjoy!

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