Jalapeno Honey Drenched Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwich
A crispy fried chicken sandwich drizzled with sweet and spicy jalapeno honey, perfect for any occasion.
Ingrédients
For the Chicken
- 4 pieces chicken thighs Boneless, skinless preferred.
- 1 cup buttermilk For marinating.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour For coating the chicken.
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Oil for frying such as vegetable or canola.
For Assembly
- 4 pieces sandwich buns
- 1/4 cup jalapeno honey For drizzling.
- Leafy greens for garnish like lettuce or spinach.
Instructions
Preparation
- Gather all your ingredients to make the cooking process smoother.
- Place the chicken thighs in a bowl and pour in the buttermilk. Cover and marinate for at least two hours, preferably overnight.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet over medium-high heat.
Cooking
- Remove the marinated chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture.
- Carefully place coated chicken into the hot oil. Fry for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from oil and let it rest on paper towels.
- Toast the sandwich buns until lightly browned.
Assembly
- Assemble the sandwich by placing a piece of crispy chicken on each bun, drizzling with jalapeno honey, and adding leafy greens.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious creation.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding bacon or fresh herbs to the flour mixture. This recipe is also adaptable for gluten-free or vegan diets with appropriate substitutes.