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Spicy Chicken Sandwich with Creamy Homemade Sauce Recipe

Spicy Chicken Sandwich with Creamy Homemade Sauce Recipe
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This Spicy Chicken Sandwich features juicy, tender chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful blend of buttermilk and spices, coated in a crispy seasoned dredge, and fried to golden perfection. Topped with creamy homemade sauce, fresh lettuce, pickles, and optional tomato slices, all nestled in a toasted brioche bun, this sandwich delivers a perfect balance of heat, creaminess, and crunch for an irresistible meal.

Ingredients

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Marinade

  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (pounded 1/2-inch thick)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Dredge

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Frying

  • 3 cups vegetable oil (for frying)

Creamy Homemade Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1/4 cup sour cream
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon honey (optional)

To Serve

  • 4 brioche burger buns
  • 8 dill pickle slices
  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 1 small tomato (sliced, optional)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Marinade: Pound the chicken breasts to an even 1/2-inch thickness. In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk, hot sauce, kosher salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Submerge the chicken in the marinade and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight to infuse flavor and tenderize.
  2. Make the Dredge: In a shallow dish, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the spices.
  3. Heat the Oil: Pour 3 cups of vegetable oil into a heavy skillet or Dutch oven. Heat the oil to 350°F (175°C), using a thermometer for accuracy. Prepare a wire rack set over a sheet pan to drain fried chicken.
  4. Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere. For extra crispiness, double dredge by dipping again in the marinade briefly and coating once more in the dredge.
  5. Fry the Chicken: Carefully place chicken pieces in hot oil and fry for 4 to 6 minutes per side or until deep golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Transfer to the wire rack to drain excess oil.
  6. Prepare the Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, hot sauce, lemon juice, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and honey (if using). Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
  7. Toast the Buns: Lightly toast the brioche buns until golden to enhance flavor and prevent sogginess from the sauce.
  8. Assemble the Sandwich: Spread a generous amount of the creamy sauce on the toasted buns. Layer with crispy fried chicken, dill pickle slices, fresh lettuce leaves, and tomato slices if using.
  9. Serve: Serve the sandwiches hot with extra creamy sauce on the side for dipping or spreading.

Notes

  • Marinating the chicken overnight enhances flavor and tenderness.
  • Double dredging gives an extra crispy crust but can be skipped for a lighter coating.
  • Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature for even frying and to avoid greasy chicken.
  • Substitute hot sauce in the marinade and sauce according to your spice tolerance.
  • Brioche buns add a sweet, soft texture that complements the spicy chicken well.
  • This recipe can be made gluten-free by substituting the flour and cornstarch with gluten-free alternatives.

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Keywords: spicy chicken sandwich, crispy fried chicken, homemade sauce, brioche bun, spicy sandwich, southern style chicken

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