Bt's Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for best flavor.
Preparing the Breading
- 3
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Frying the Chicken
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep frying pan, pour the vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Bread the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken breasts from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Dredge each piece in the prepared flour mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken breasts into the hot oil. Fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 7
Drain and Rest
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Let it rest for a few minutes.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 8
Prepare the Buns
Toast the burger buns lightly if desired.
- 9
Assemble the Sandwich
Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Place a piece of fried chicken on top, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.
- 10
Serve
Serve the crispy chicken sandwiches immediately with your favorite side.
