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Best Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich with Pickles

This Hot Fried Chicken Sandwich with Pickles recipe is the ultimate comfort food, offering a perfect balance of crispy, spicy fried chicken paired with tangy pickles, all nestled in a soft, buttery bun. The crispy chicken is seasoned with a flavorful spice mix, fried to golden perfection, and served with crunchy pickles for the perfect contrast. This sandwich is a crowd-pleaser, ideal for a quick meal or an indulgent treat when you’re craving something rich and spicy.
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Equipment

  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Mixing bowls for breading and seasoning
  • Tongs for flipping the chicken
  • Paper towels (for draining)
  • Knife for slicing pickles and chicken

Ingredients
  

  • For the Fried Chicken:
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts or thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce optional for extra heat
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • For the Sandwich:
  • 4 soft sandwich buns brioche or regular
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce optional
  • 1/2 cup pickles sliced
  • Lettuce optional

Instructions
 

  • Marinate the Chicken: Start by marinating the chicken in a mixture of buttermilk and hot sauce (if using). Place the chicken in a bowl, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 2 hours to tenderize and flavor the chicken.
  • Prepare the Breading: In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Stir to mix evenly.
  • Fry the Chicken: Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or frying pan over medium-high heat. While the oil is heating, remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture and dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, ensuring it’s fully coated. Carefully add the chicken to the hot oil and fry for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.
  • Assemble the Sandwiches: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and hot sauce (if using). Spread the sauce on the bottom and top halves of the sandwich buns. Place the fried chicken on the bottom bun, top with pickles, and add lettuce if desired. Close the sandwich with the top bun.
  • Serve: Serve the hot fried chicken sandwich immediately, and enjoy the crispy, spicy goodness!