Jul 14 2026
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Vegetarian Buffalo "chicken" Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by The Roof
Time40m
Serves2

breaded plant based "chicken" tossed in buffalo sauce with Swiss cheese, ranch, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles on a brioche bun

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Ingredients

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Plant-Based Chicken

Sandwich Components

Method

Preparing the Plant-Based Chicken

  1. 1

    Coat the Patties

    In three separate bowls, set up a breading station: Place flour in the first bowl, cornstarch in the second, and breadcrumbs mixed with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in the third bowl.

  2. 2

    Bread the Patties

    Take each plant-based chicken patty, dredge it in flour, shaking off the excess. Then dip it into the cornstarch, and finally coat it with the breadcrumb mixture.

  3. 3

    Fry the Patties

    In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the breaded patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Making the Buffalo Sauce

  1. 4

    Combine Ingredients

    In a small saucepan, combine the hot sauce and melted vegan butter. Heat over low heat, stirring until well combined and heated through.

  2. 5

    Toss the Patties

    Once the patties are cooked, place them in a bowl and pour the buffalo sauce over them. Toss gently until the patties are fully coated.

Assembling the Sandwich

  1. 6

    Prepare the Veggies

    Slice the tomato and red onion into thin rings. Rinse the lettuce leaves and pat them dry.

  2. 7

    Build the Sandwich

    On the bottom half of each brioche bun, spread 2 tablespoons of ranch dressing. Lay down a lettuce leaf, followed by a slice of tomato, red onion rings, and pickles. Place the buffalo-coated plant-based chicken patty on top, followed by a slice of Swiss cheese. Top with the other half of the bun.

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