Spicy Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Fried chicken breast pounded thin, seasoned boldly, and fried until golden-crispy in minutes. Topped with spicy mayo, pickles, and soft brioche for a diner-style sandwich that tastes like it took hours but doesn't.
- Total time
- 15 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 580
- Protein
- 42g
Ingredients
- 2 each boneless, skinless chicken breast
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (Frank's or similar)
- 2 each brioche buns
- ¼ cup dill pickle chips
Instructions
- 1
Place chicken between plastic wrap and pound to 1/2-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
- 2
Mix flour with cayenne, salt, and black pepper on a plate. Pat chicken dry, then dredge both sides until fully coated.
- 3
Heat 0.5 inch neutral oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high until it shimmers, about 90 seconds.
- 4
Slide chicken into oil and fry without moving until golden brown and crispy, 3–4 minutes per side. Internal temp should reach 165°F.
- 5
Stir together mayo and hot sauce, then spread on toasted brioche buns. Layer crispy chicken and pickle chips inside.
- 6
Serve immediately while chicken is still hot and crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- meat mallet or rolling pin
- plastic wrap
- plate
- 12-inch skillet
- instant-read thermometer
- paper towels
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