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Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Savory Spicy Chicken Sandwich with Creamy Homemade Sauce

This Spicy Chicken Sandwich is crispy, flavorful, and topped with a creamy homemade sauce.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs or Breasts Thighs are preferred for tenderness.
  • 1 cup Buttermilk Can use homemade buttermilk.
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce Adjust for spice preference.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
For the Sandwich Assembly
  • 1 cup Dill Pickles Essential for classic flavor.
  • 2 cups Lettuce or Greens Optional, for freshness.
  • 4 buns Brioche or Sesame Burger Buns Soft and slightly sweet.
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic
  • 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Hot Sauce Adjust for heat preference.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • large bowl
  • Shallow dish
  • wire rack

Method
 

Marinating and Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce, then add chicken to marinate for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, and spices for the coating.
  3. Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture twice for a double coating.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C) and fry chicken for 4-6 minutes per side until golden brown.
  2. Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack to cool and maintain crispiness.
Sauce and Assembly
  1. Whisk together all sauce ingredients in a bowl, adjusting for heat and flavor.
  2. Assemble the sandwich with pickles, fried chicken, creamy sauce, and optional lettuce on toasted buns.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Assemble sandwiches just before serving to ensure the buns stay crisp.

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