Ultimate Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Name: Ultimate Fried Chicken Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: CHICKEN SANDWICH; 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 1/4 lbs); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/8 teaspoon onion powder; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 large egg; vegetable oil; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 8 (2-ounce) potato sandwich buns, lightly toasted; 1 1/2 cups shredded romaine lettuce; QUICK PICKLES; 3/4 cup thinly sliced English cucumber; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup rice vinegar; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 teaspoon mustard seeds; 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt; GARLICKY HERB MAYO; 1 cup prepared mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind; 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice; 1 garlic clove, finely minced

Servings: persons

CHICKEN SANDWICH
8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 1/4 lbs)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1 cup buttermilk
1 large egg
vegetable oil
2 cups all-purpose flour
8 (2-ounce) potato sandwich buns, lightly toasted
1 1/2 cups shredded romaine lettuce
QUICK PICKLES
3/4 cup thinly sliced English cucumber
1 cup water
1/2 cup rice vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
GARLICKY HERB MAYO
1 cup prepared mayonnaise
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1/4 teaspoon grated lemon rind
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 garlic clove, finely minced

1
To prepare pickles, place cucumbers in a wide shallow bowl. Combine water, vinegar, sugar, mustard seeds, and salt in a small saucepan over high heat; bring mixture to a boil. Remove from heat; carefully pour vinegar mixture over pickles. Let stand until ready to assemble sandwiches.
2
To prepare mayo, combine mayonnaise and next 7 ingredients (through garlic) in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk. Refrigerate until ready to assemble sandwiches.
3
To prepare sandwiches, sprinkle chicken thighs evenly with salt, pepper, and onion powder. Combine buttermilk and egg in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk. Add chicken to bowl; toss to coat.
4
Pour oil to a depth of 1 inch in a large cast-iron skillet; heat oil to 325 u00b0. Place flour in a shallow dish; dredge chicken thighs in flour, shaking off excess. Carefully add 4 chicken thighs to oil; cook 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until golden brown and done. Drain on a wire rack set over paper towels; keep warm. Repeat procedure with remaining chicken thighs.
5
To assemble sandwiches, drain pickles well; discard pickling liquid. Spread mayo evenly over bottom halves of buns; top evenly with pickles, lettuce, chicken thighs, and top halves of buns. Serve immediately.

1650

kcal

Calories

112

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: CHICKEN SANDWICH, 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs (about 2 1/4 lbs), 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, and more.

Yes, Ultimate Fried Chicken Sandwich falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Ultimate Fried Chicken Sandwich

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