Jalapeno Honey Drenched Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich delights!
A deliciously crispy fried chicken sandwich drizzled with sweet and spicy jalapeno honey, offering a perfect balance of flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 sandwiches 1x
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 4 boneless chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 4 sandwich buns
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1/2 cup sliced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup jalapeno honey
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- In a bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, dredge in the flour mixture, and shake off excess.
- Fry the chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the sandwich by placing fried chicken on a bun, topping with lettuce, tomatoes, and drizzling with jalapeno honey.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- For extra heat, add more jalapenos to the honey.
- Can substitute chicken thighs with chicken breasts if preferred.
- Serve with pickles for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg