Chicken Sandwich Recipe | Crispy Chicken Burger

Close-up of a fried chicken sandwich on a sesame seed bun with a layer of crispy lettuce and a drizzle of creamy sauce, placed on a wooden surface. The sandwich showcases a golden-brown fried chicken fillet.
5 from 12 votes

These homemade chicken sandwiches are crispy on the outside, juicy and tender from the inside and served with delicious sauce. If you like chicken burgers or fried chicken, this recipe will make you happy. You don’t have to visit ant restaurant to eat Popeyes chicken sandwich, now you can make it at home.

Close-up of a fried chicken sandwich on a sesame seed bun with a layer of crispy lettuce and a drizzle of creamy sauce, placed on a wooden surface. The sandwich showcases a golden-brown fried chicken fillet.

Chicken Sandwich Recipe | Crispy Chicken Burger

5 from 12 votes
Prep Time 30 minutes
WORK TIME 30 minutes
DIFFICULTY Medium
Cuisine American
Servings 6 yields

Ingredients
 

For the sauce:

  • ½ cup 125g Mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Hot sauce/sriracha optional
  • Salt to taste
  • ½ teaspoon Smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon juice

For the chicken marinade:

  • 2 cups 480ml Buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
  • 5-6 Chicken thighs

For the breading:

  • 2 cups 250g Flour
  • 2 teaspoons Salt
  • 2 teaspoons Smoked paprika
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1-2 teaspoons Garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon Baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon Onion powder

For the toppings:

  • Pickles
  • Lettuce
  • Hamburger buns

Instructions
 

  • DIRECTIONS
    1. Make the marinade: in a large bowl whisk buttermilk, salt, garlic powder. Add the chicken thighs, make sure the chicken is covered, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
    2. Prepare the breading: in a large shallow bowl mix flour, salt, smoked paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder. Add the marinated chicken to the flour mixture and roll until fully coated. Shake off the excess. Repeat until you finish coating all chicken pieces.
    3. Frying: fill a pot with vegetable oil. Heat oil to 350°F-375°F (175°C-190°C).
    4. Place the breaded chicken into the hot oil, 2-3 pieces at the time. Fry for about 6-7 minutes, until the coating is golden brown and the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
    5. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels to drain. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.
    6. Meanwhile make the sauce: in a bowl, whisk all sauce ingredients.
    7. Assembly: cut the buns in half and toast them. Spread the sauce on both sides of the bun. Lay few pieces of pickles, lettuce and other toppings that you like. Lay the chicken, then put the other half of the bun on top.
    8. Serve and enjoy!

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2 Comments

  1. Just tried it! Best chicken sandwich I’ve had! Absolutely delicious 😋
    Thank you for this recipe

    October 9, 2022
  2. Can be baked instead of fried!?

    October 10, 2022
5 from 12 votes (12 ratings without comment)

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