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Ingredients
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Chicken Sandwich
Fries
Drink (Lemon Iced Tea)
Method
Chicken Sandwich
- 1
Prep chicken
If the chicken breast is thick, butterfly it or pound to an even 1/2-inch thickness. Pat dry with paper towels.
- 2
Marinate
In a shallow bowl combine 1/2 cup buttermilk and 1 tbs hot sauce (optional). Add the chicken, coat, and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes (or up to 2 hours).
- 3
Prepare coating
In a wide plate or shallow bowl whisk together 3/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
- 4
Heat oil
Pour roughly 1 cup vegetable oil into a heavy skillet to reach about 1/3 inch depth. Heat over medium-high until oil registers 350°F (175°C) or a pinch of flour sizzles on contact.
- 5
Dredge and fry
Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip. Dredge both sides in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere. Carefully place in hot oil and fry 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain.
- 6
Assemble sandwich
Lightly toast the burger bun. Spread 1 tbs mayonnaise on the bottom bun, add lettuce leaf, tomato slices, the fried chicken, pickle slices, then top bun. Serve immediately.
Fries
- 7
Prep potatoes
Peel (optional) and cut the large russet potato into 1/4- to 1/3-inch sticks. Rinse under cold water to remove starch, then pat thoroughly dry with towels.
- 8
Fry
Heat about 2 cups vegetable oil in a medium pot to 325°F (160°C). Fry the potato sticks in batches for 3–4 minutes until softened but not browned. Remove and drain. Increase oil to 375°F (190°C) and return fries in batches, frying 1.5–3 minutes until golden and crisp. Drain on paper towels and immediately season with 1 tsp salt.
Drink (Lemon Iced Tea)
- 9
Brew tea
Place 1 black tea bag in a heatproof cup and pour 250 ml hot water over it. Steep 3–4 minutes for medium strength, then remove the tea bag. Stir in 1 tsp sugar and 1 tbs lemon juice until dissolved. Chill briefly or pour over ice.
- 10
