Description
Savor the ultimate comfort food with this Crispy Chicken Sandwich! Featuring a golden-brown, crunchy exterior that surrounds tender, juicy chicken, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. You can customize your toppings and enjoy a delightful balance of flavors in every bite. Whether served with fries or a fresh salad, this sandwich is sure to elevate your dining experience.
Ingredients
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- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 4 leaves of lettuce (iceberg or romaine)
- 1 medium tomato, sliced
- 4 soft burger buns
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by placing the breasts between plastic wrap and gently pounding them to about half an inch thick.
- Set up your breading station with three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with whisked eggs, and one with panko mixed with paprika.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, dip in egg, and coat well with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry the chicken for about 4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels, then assemble your sandwich by spreading mayonnaise on buns and adding lettuce, tomato slices, and fried chicken.
- Serve immediately while hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 24g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, consider double-breading the chicken by dipping it back into the egg after the first breadcrumb coating. Customize your sandwich by adding spicy aioli or pickles for added flavor.