Nothing can be better than a crispy and juicy fried chicken sandwich when you are hungry. And there is no difficulty in making it at home. Once you have tried it, you can’t even stop! Now let’s check this recipe and start making sandwiches for your families!
Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe
This chicken sandwich’s layers each contribute a special and delectable flavor profile. You can make a memorable sandwich by combining them all. The flavorful fried chicken is countered by fresh greens and sweet bread and butter pickles. A touch of heat and creaminess are added by the smoky paprika sauce.
What You Need to Fry Chicken at Home
Making your kitchen a fry zone might seem intimidating. You can have a no-fail setup for a safe, clean, and (dare I say it?) enjoyable frying experience with just a few basic tools.
- The use of a frying thermometer will enable you to properly cook the chicken, giving it a crisp exterior and an interior that is thoroughly cooked.
- The fryer’s spider is the simplest way to load and unload items.
- Protection from stray oil splashes with a splatter screen.
- Dutch oven: A substantial, heat-conducting pot made of cast iron with enamel.
Use a sizable pot with high sides and heat your oil to 350°F before you begin to fry. My favorite tip is to use a splatter screen to shield any oil from your counters and yourself.
Each piece’s exterior needs to become dark and crispy if you want to make delicious fried chicken.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- ½ cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
- 4 teaspoons kosher salt divided (1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon)
- Canola oil for frying
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
For the Sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon hot sauce
Assembly
- 4 brioche burger buns toasted
- Bread and butter pickles
- 1 cup thinly sliced cabbage
Advice: Let the chicken sit in the buttermilk for at least 4 hours, preferably longer. You can be sure to have the most juicy fried chicken if the chicken can marinate for at least this long—or even overnight!
Best Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe – Step by Step
Please refer to the recipe card below for the complete list of ingredients and directions.
- In a big resealable bag, combine the chicken, buttermilk, hot sauce, and 1 teaspoon kosher salt. Place the bag in the fridge for at least 4 hours or even overnight.
- In a Dutch oven or large pot, heat 1½ inches of canola oil to 350°F.
- Combine the flour with the remaining salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a big bowl. After removing the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, coat each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture.
- Cook two chicken pieces at a time until thoroughly cooked and golden brown, about 4 minutes per side. On paper towels, cool the cooked chicken down.
- In a small bowl, combine all of the sauce’s ingredients to make the sauce.
- Spread sauce on the open sides of the toasted buns before assembling sandwiches. Add fried chicken, pickles, lettuce, and the top bun to the bottom bun.
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich
This recipe for fried chicken sandwiches also uses a buttermilk marinade to make the chicken extra tender and juicy, just like the grilled buttermilk chicken kebabs. Be at ease if you lack buttermilk.
Making your own is as simple as mixing 1 cup of milk with 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice or white vinegar.
Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Every bite of this sandwich is rich in flavor and texture thanks to the crispy chicken that can only be achieved through frying. Like burgers and sandwiches, this one is all about the toppings.
I always serve my chicken sandwiches on soft buns to counteract the chicken’s crunch, and the acid in the pickles cuts through the oil and fat.
The History of the Fried Chicken Sandwich
There is a new fried chicken sandwich in town, so move over, Colonel Sanders and Chick-fil-A cows! Even though KFC is well-known nationwide for its fried chicken, Chick-fil-A insists that they invented the first chicken sandwich.
Fried chicken is frequently served over a waffle in the South with sweet syrup or is made spicy with a buttermilk and hot sauce marinade. The renowned Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich comes with a piece of fried chicken covered in sticky hot sauce.
In the Midwest, fried chicken sandwiches frequently have cheese on them. All of the best trends from across the nation are combined in this combination, so you can expect the best of both worlds.
How to Make Fried Chicken Healthier
Although a fried chicken sandwich is undoubtedly a treat food, it is far preferable to make one at home rather than ordering one from a restaurant. This sandwich is less than 700 calories and you can also make these changes to make the dish healthier if you so wish…
- Make use of low- or non-fat mayonnaise.
- Replace the thighs with chicken breast.
- Instead of using these brioche buns, use a whole wheat bun.
- Tomatoes and onions are good additions to your toppings.
More Recipe Notes and Tips
- Before frying the chicken, make sure the oil is 350°F.
- Don’t overcrowd the pot; fry the chicken in batches.
If you want to know more about how to make fried chicken, you can pay attention to this post. And here are the best oil to fry chicken.
