fried chicken sandwiches recipe

Here’s a simple recipe for delicious fried chicken sandwiches:

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 4 hamburger buns or sandwich rolls
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• Vegetable oil for frying
• Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, mayonnaise, hot sauce

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap or parchment paper. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound them to an even thickness, about 1/2 inch thick. This ensures even cooking.
   • Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
2. Set Up Breading Station:
   • In a shallow dish, mix together flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
   • In another shallow dish, whisk together eggs and milk.
3. Bread the Chicken:
   • Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, coating both sides evenly. Shake off any excess flour.
   • Dip the floured chicken into the egg mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
   • Dip the chicken back into the flour mixture, ensuring a thick and even coating. Place the breaded chicken on a plate or wire rack.
4. Fry the Chicken:
   • In a large skillet or frying pan, heat about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
   • Carefully place the breaded chicken breasts into the hot oil, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
   • Fry the chicken for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
   • Once cooked, transfer the fried chicken to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
5. Assemble the Sandwiches:
   • Toast the hamburger buns or sandwich rolls lightly, if desired.
   • Spread mayonnaise or your favorite condiments on the bottom half of each bun.
   • Place a fried chicken breast on each bottom bun.
   • Add your desired toppings such as lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, and hot sauce.
   • Top with the remaining bun halves.
6. Serve:
   • Serve the fried chicken sandwiches immediately while they’re still warm and crispy.

Enjoy your homemade fried chicken sandwiches! Feel free to customize them with your favorite toppings and sauces.