Homemade Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Sink your teeth into the ultimate 'Homemade Spicy Chicken Sandwich,' a mouthwatering combination of crispy, golden fried chicken with a bold kick of paprika, cayenne, and garlic powder. Perfectly seasoned and double-dredged for a crunchy coating, these tender chicken breast fillets are the star of this quick and satisfying recipe. Served on buttery toasted buns and topped with tangy dill pickle slices, this sandwich delivers restaurant-quality flavor in just 30 minutes. Whether you're craving a spicy dinner or a game-day crowd-pleaser, this easy chicken sandwich recipe is sure to impress. Pair with your favorite side dish and enjoy an irresistible homemade treat!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken breast fillets
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Eggs
• 0.5 cup Milk
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 pieces Hamburger buns
• 2 tablespoons Butter
• 4 pieces Dill pickle slices

Directions

Step 1

Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Step 2

In a small bowl, mix salt, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Step 3

Season both sides of the chicken breasts with the spice mixture and set aside.

Step 4

In a shallow dish, whisk together eggs and milk to create an egg wash.

Step 5

In another shallow dish, combine all-purpose flour and cornstarch.

Step 6

Dip each seasoned chicken breast into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 7

Next, dip chicken into the egg wash, coating thoroughly.

Step 8

Finally, dip chicken back into the flour mixture, pressing to ensure even coating.

Step 9

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet or deep fryer over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 10

Fry the chicken breasts for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 11

Remove chicken from oil and let it drain on paper towels.

Step 12

While chicken is resting, butter the insides of the hamburger buns lightly.

Step 13

Toast the buttered buns on a skillet until golden brown.

Step 14

Assemble the sandwich by placing fried chicken on the bottom bun.

Step 15

Top each chicken breast with 2 dill pickle slices and close with the top bun.

Step 16

Serve immediately and enjoy your homemade spicy chicken sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1352.4 grams (1352.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5338

Total Fat 477.20g	612%
Saturated Fat 85.30g	426%
Polyunsaturated Fat 269.60g
Cholesterol 727mg	242%
Sodium 3592mg	156%
Total Carbohydrate 160.50g	58%
Dietary Fiber 33.60g	120%
Total Sugars 7.70g
Protein 165.80g	332%

Vitamin D 140IU	701%
Calcium 331mg	25%
Iron 14mg	76%
Potassium 1352mg	29%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 76.7%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 11.5%