FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICHES
These fried chicken sandwiches are great to eat either fresh and hot at home or on a picnic. Wrap them in foil and take them along on a joy ride in the car.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 2h55m
Yield 4 sandwiches.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the pickle juice, 1 tablespoon hot sauce and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken thighs, seal the bag and shake to evenly disperse. Refrigerate and let marinate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight. When ready to fry, remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry. (Discard the marinade.)
- Fill a large, wide Dutch oven or pot with about 2 1/2 inches of oil, then add the shortening. Attach a deep-frying thermometer to the side of the pot and bring to 350 degrees F over medium heat. Line a large baking sheet with paper towels and set aside.
- Whisk together the flour, paprika, mustard, cayenne, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 3/4 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Pour in 1/4 cup of buttermilk and use your fingers to work it in, making the flour shaggy.
- Whisk the remaining cup of buttermilk and 1 tablespoon hot sauce together in another large bowl.
- Dip one of the chicken thighs in the buttermilk mixture and let the excess drip off. Add to the flour mixture, making sure to press the chicken into the flour to fully coat. Set on a plate. Repeat with as many chicken thighs as your pot can hold comfortably in one batch. (As the chicken sits, if you notice it getting soggy in any spots, then dredge it in the flour mixture again.)
- Once the oil is at 350 F, being careful of the hot oil, slide the breaded chicken into the oil, turn off the heat and allow the temperature to drop all the way to 300 degrees F. When the temperature reaches 300 degrees F, turn the heat back on low and continue to fry, turning the chicken as needed for even browning, while adjusting the heat to maintain a temperature around 300 degrees F. Fry until the chicken is a deep golden brown with an internal temperature of about 170 degrees F, about 5 minutes. Remove to the lined baking sheet and sprinkle with a little salt. If you're working in batches, dredge the remaining chicken and increase the heat to 350 degrees F again and repeat the process.
- Once all the chicken is fried, split the buns and toast in a toaster oven or broiler, cut-side up, until golden. Put 4 pickles on each bottom bun, add a piece of fried chicken and sandwich with the top buns. Serve hot or wrap in foil to transport.
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Blacky Blacky
[email protected]This recipe is a winner! The chicken was juicy and tender, and the coleslaw was creamy and tangy. I'll definitely be making this again.
Ellen Nyame
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of sandwiches, but I loved this one. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the coleslaw was the perfect complement.
Didleedondidit Vlogs
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to change up your usual fried chicken routine. The coleslaw adds a nice twist, and the chicken is cooked to perfection.
Kedibone Maphoru
[email protected]I made these chicken sandwiches for my kids, and they loved them. They're now my go-to recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal.
Roshit
[email protected]I served the chicken sandwiches on slider buns. They were the perfect size, and they made it easy to eat the sandwiches.
ABUBAKAR Omar
[email protected]I cooked the chicken in an air fryer instead of frying it. It turned out great, and it was a lot healthier.
Wonderland Haze
[email protected]I added a little bit of honey to the coleslaw dressing to make it a little sweeter. It was the perfect touch.
Mujhaid Hussain
[email protected]I used a store-bought coleslaw mix to save time. It worked fine, but I think it would be even better with homemade coleslaw.
Sabtain Ul Hassan official
[email protected]I'm not a fan of mayonnaise, so I used Greek yogurt instead. It worked just as well, and it made the coleslaw a little healthier.
muscab maxamed
[email protected]I made this recipe for a party, and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved the chicken sandwiches, and they couldn't get enough of the coleslaw.
Araya
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some grilled chicken that I used, and it turned out perfectly.
Muzamil Akram
[email protected]The chicken was a little too spicy for me, but I'm glad I tried it. The coleslaw helped to cool it down a bit.
Dj Miraj khan sk
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of coleslaw, but I loved it on this sandwich. It added a nice crunch and freshness.
Home Boy
[email protected]This fried chicken sandwich recipe is a keeper! The chicken was crispy and juicy, and the coleslaw was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.