Jul 14 2026
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Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by The Westside Local
Time1h
Serves2

Fried Chicken Breast / Lettuce / Tomato / Onion / Avocado / Pepper jack / Roasted Pineapple+Jalapeno Aioli / Brioche Bun

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Ingredients

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Fried Chicken Sandwich Ingredients

Method

Fried Chicken Sandwich Directions

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Add the chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Aioli

    In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, lime juice, roasted pineapple chunks, and chopped jalapeno. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Dredge the Chicken

    In a separate bowl, combine flour and cornstarch. Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.

  4. 4

    Fry the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the dredged chicken breasts. Fry for 6-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Lightly toast the brioche buns. On the bottom half, layer lettuce, fried chicken, pepper jack cheese, sliced tomato, onion, avocado, and a generous dollop of the roasted pineapple-jalapeno aioli. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

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