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Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 650
A flavorful and spicy chicken sandwich featuring crispy chicken breasts topped with a tangy mayo sauce and fresh toppings.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (for spice)
  • 1 teaspoon salt (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper (to taste)

Marinade

  • 1 cup buttermilk (for marinating)

Coating

  • 1 cup flour (for coating)

Buns

  • 4 pieces brioche buns (can substitute with whole-wheat or gluten-free options)

Sauce

  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise (for the creamy sauce)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (adds tanginess to the sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder (for flavor)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (for flavor and color)

Toppings

  • 0.5 cup lettuce (fresh for topping)
  • 0.5 cup pickles (for crunch and flavor)

Instructions 

  • Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk with cayenne, salt, and black pepper for 15 minutes.
  • Mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, and additional salt if desired.
  • Dredge marinated chicken in flour mixture and fry until golden and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Mix mayonnaise, lemon juice, garlic powder, and paprika to make the sauce.
  • Assemble sandwiches by spreading sauce on buns, adding fried chicken, lettuce, and pickles.

Notes

For extra crunch, toast the buns lightly before assembling.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Sandwich, Spicy