Queen's Supreme - Fried Chicken Sandwich Only 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 large bowl, mix together the buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Breading the Chicken
- 3
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Dredge each piece of chicken in the breading mixture, pressing gently to ensure the breading adheres well.
Frying the Chicken
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces in the hot oil, being cautious not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- 7
Drain the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 8
Prepare the Buns
Toast the burger buns lightly if desired.
- 9
Build 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. Cap with the top half of the bun.