Jul 09 2026
RestaurantsStarling Restaurant and BarCrispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

chilli infused maple | pickle | mayo | side fries or salad

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Ingredients

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Chicken Sandwich

Side (Fries or Salad)

Method

Prepare the Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate Chicken

    In a bowl, mix buttermilk, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add chicken thighs and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.

  2. 2

    Dredge Chicken

    In a shallow dish, combine flour and cornstarch. Remove chicken from marinade, letting excess drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture until well coated.

  3. 3

    Fry Chicken

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Assemble the Sandwich

  1. 4

    Toast Buns

    Lightly toast the burger buns in a pan or toaster.

  2. 5

    Spread Mayo

    Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun.

  3. 6

    Add Chicken and Toppings

    Place fried chicken on the mayo-covered bun, drizzle with chili-infused maple syrup, and add pickles and lettuce. Cover with the top of the bun.

Prepare the Side

  1. 7

    For Fries

    Cut potatoes into fries, toss with olive oil and salt, and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes until crispy.

  2. 8

    For Salad

    In a bowl, combine mixed greens, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced cucumber. Drizzle with vinaigrette dressing before serving.

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