Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Hand breaded chicken breast, fried to perfection, drizzled with chipotle mayo, topped with lettuce, tomato, onion, & pickle on a soft toasted bun.
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Ingredients
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Chicken
Chipotle Mayo
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Preparing the Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a shallow dish, add the all-purpose flour. Set aside for breading the chicken.
Frying the Chicken
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Dredge each piece in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken in the hot oil. Fry for about 6-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Making the Chipotle Mayo
- 6
Combine Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, and lime juice until well combined. Set aside.
Assembling the Sandwich
- 7
Toast the Buns
Lightly toast the hamburger buns in a skillet or toaster until golden brown.
- 8
Build the Sandwich
Spread a generous amount of chipotle mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Place a piece of fried chicken on top, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, onion rings, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.