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Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Ultimate Spicy Chicken Sandwich with Creamy Sauce Delight

Indulge in the Ultimate Spicy Chicken Sandwich, featuring crispy chicken and a creamy sauce that elevates any meal.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Breasts can be pounded for even cooking.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Substitute with milk and vinegar if needed.
  • to taste Hot Sauce Adjustable heat for marinade.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Forms the base for the crispy crust.
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Increases the crunchiness.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Spice for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Spice for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Spice for flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Seasoning.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Seasoning.
For the Sandwich Assembly
  • to taste Pickles Introduces tanginess.
  • to taste Lettuce or Greens Optional addition for freshness.
  • 4 buns Brioche or Sesame Burger Buns Compliments the spiciness.
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Homemade Sauce Blend of mayo, Dijon mustard, garlic, paprika, and hot sauce.

Equipment

  • Deep skillet or fryer
  • shallow dish
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Marinating and Frying
  1. Marinate the chicken in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 1 hour.
  2. Prepare the coating by mixing flour, cornstarch, and spices in a shallow dish.
  3. Double dredge the chicken in the coating mixture for extra crunch.
  4. Fry the chicken in hot oil until golden-brown and cooked through.
  5. Let the fried chicken rest on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
Making the Sauce and Assembling
  1. Whisk together mayo, Dijon mustard, garlic, paprika, and hot sauce for the creamy sauce.
  2. Assemble the sandwich with sauce, pickles, fried chicken, and optional greens on toasted buns.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the fried chicken to rest to keep the coating crispy, and experiment with different spices and hot sauces for a personalized touch.

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