Description
Savor spicy Buffalo Chicken Sandwich magic that delivers restaurant-quality flavor right to home kitchens. Zesty seasoned chicken, creamy ranch, and crisp pickles create a perfect handheld meal guaranteed to satisfy hearty appetites.
Ingredients
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Chicken and Proteins:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 slices tomato
Coating and Seasoning:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Liquids and Extras:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/2 cup ranch dressing
- Oil for frying
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Submerge chicken breasts in buttermilk, allowing them to marinate for a minimum of 60 minutes or ideally overnight in the refrigerator for maximum flavor absorption.
- Create a robust seasoning blend by thoroughly combining flour with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper in a shallow dish.
- Prepare a skillet with vegetable oil, heating to 350°F over medium-high heat until the oil shimmers and is ready for frying.
- Carefully remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess liquid to drip off, then generously coat each piece in the spiced flour mixture, pressing firmly to ensure a complete and even crust.
- Carefully lower the breaded chicken into hot oil, frying for approximately 6-8 minutes per side until the exterior turns a deep golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack, then immediately toss in zesty buffalo sauce, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Construct the sandwich by layering a crisp lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by a fresh tomato slice, the saucy buffalo chicken, a melty cheddar cheese slice, and a generous drizzle of cool ranch dressing.
- Crown the sandwich with the top bun, slice diagonally, and serve immediately while the chicken remains crisp and hot.
Notes
- Marinate chicken overnight for deeper flavor infusion and more tender meat.
- Adjust cayenne pepper quantity to control spice level, making it milder or more intense based on personal preference.
- Use gluten-free flour blend for a celiac-friendly version without compromising crispy texture.
- For lighter option, bake chicken instead of frying to reduce oil content while maintaining crunchiness.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 35 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg