Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsTwisted ForkPrairie Fire Hot Honey Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Prairie Fire Hot Honey Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Inspired by Twisted Fork
Time2h
Serves4

Fried chicken, hot sauce, white cheddar, lettuce, tomato, refrigerator pickles, garlic aioli and hot honey on a ciabatta bun.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Marinade

Breading

Sandwich Assembly

Method

Marinate Chicken

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Bread the Chicken

  1. 3

    Prepare the Breading

    In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.

  2. 4

    Bread the Chicken

    Remove chicken from the marinade and let the excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Set aside on a wire rack.

Fry the Chicken

  1. 5

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  2. 6

    Fry the Chicken

    Carefully add the breaded chicken to the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Assemble the Sandwich

  1. 7

    Prepare the Buns

    Toast the ciabatta buns lightly until golden.

  2. 8

    Assemble the Sandwich

    Spread garlic aioli on the bottom half of each bun. Place a piece of fried chicken on top, followed by a slice of white cheddar, lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, and a drizzle of hot honey. Top with the other half of the bun.

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