Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, Pickles, House Bacon-Ranch Dressing, Potato Bun
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Ingredients
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Sandwich Ingredients
Method
Preparation Steps
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts and ensure they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix the all-purpose flour and cornstarch together. Add a pinch of salt and pepper.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, coating thoroughly.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken in the hot oil. Fry for 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 6
Assemble the Sandwich
On the bottom half of each potato bun, place a piece of fried chicken. Top with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and a generous drizzle of bacon-ranch dressing. Close the sandwich with the top half of the bun.
- 7
Serve
Serve the Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich hot with your favorite side.
