Fried Chicken Po Boy Recipe
Two juicy deep fried chicken tender, lettuce, pickle, tomato and spicy mayo, with a choice of fries.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Tenders
Spicy Mayo
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Preparing the Chicken Tenders
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
Cut the chicken breast into strips and place them in a bowl. Pour the buttermilk over the chicken to fully coat it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Flour Mixture
In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken tenders into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding. Cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Making the Spicy Mayo
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lemon juice until well combined.
Assembling the Po Boy
- 7
Prepare the Bread
Split the French bread or Po Boy rolls lengthwise without cutting all the way through.
- 8
Add the Chicken
Place two fried chicken tenders inside each roll.
- 9
Top with Vegetables
Add a layer of lettuce, followed by pickles and slices of tomato on top of the chicken.
- 10
Spread Spicy Mayo
Generously spread the spicy mayo on the inside of the top half of the roll.
- 11
Serve with Fries
Serve the sandwich immediately with a side of fries.
