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Iram Mansoor

Crispy Chicken Sandwich

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A crunchy, flavorful fried chicken breast sandwich layered with tangy pickles, fresh lettuce, juicy tomato, melty American cheese, and a spicy creamy sauce, all sandwiched between toasted buttery mini loaves.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 Sandwiches

Ingredients
 
 

For the Chicken:
  • 1 chicken breast halved lengthwise and pounded
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
For the Egg Batter:
  • 1 egg
  • 1/3 cup water
  • For the Dry Batter:
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt to taste
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika powder
For the Breadcrumbs:
  • 2 cups panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 tbsp dried parsley
  • For the Sauce:
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 2 tbsp hot sauce adjust to taste
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika powder
  • Salt to taste
To Assemble:
  • 4 mini loaves of bread
  • 4 tbsp butter for toasting
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 2 tomatoes thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup pickles
  • 1 cup diced lettuce

Method
 

Step 1: Season the Chicken
  1. Pat dry the chicken breast pieces. In a bowl, mix salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder.
  2. Sprinkle this spice blend evenly on both sides of the chicken.
Step 2: Prepare the Batters
  1. In a bowl, mix all-purpose flour with salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika powder (dry batter).
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the egg and water (egg batter).
  3. In a third bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs with dried parsley.
Step 3: Coat the Chicken
  1. Dredge each chicken piece in the dry batter, then dip into the egg batter.
  2. Repeat the process once more (dry batter, then egg batter), and finally coat thoroughly with the breadcrumb mixture.
Step 4: Fry the Chicken
  1. Heat oil in a pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken for 3–5 minutes per side, flipping occasionally, until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  2. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Step 5: Make the Sauce
  1. Mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt in a bowl until smooth.
Step 6: Toast the Bread
  1. Butter the mini loaves on both sides and toast in a pan until golden and crispy.
Step 7: Assemble the Sandwiches
  1. Spread the spicy mayo sauce on both toasted bread halves.
  2. Place the crispy chicken fillet on the bottom half, then a slice of American cheese. Add tomato slices, pickles, and lettuce.
  3. Spread more sauce on the top bun and close the sandwich.
  4. Serve warm and enjoy!

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