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Pickle Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich

Crispy Pickle Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich You'll Crave

This Pickle Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich is crispy, juicy, and packed with flavor, making it a must-try for lunch.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marination Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 cup Dill Pickle Brine For marinating the chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Can substitute with chicken breasts
  • 1 tablespoon Hot Sauce Adjust to taste or omit
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free option
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch Enhances the crispness of the batter
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika For smoky flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
For the Egg Wash
  • 2 large Eggs Can replace with a flax egg
  • 1/2 cup Milk or Buttermilk Any milk or non-dairy alternative
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil For frying
For the Bun
  • 4 buns Brioche or Potato Buns Can substitute with gluten-free or lettuce wraps
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Creamy base for the sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard For a zesty kick

Equipment

  • Deep skillet
  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Shallow dish
  • Paper towels
  • airtight containers

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Marinate chicken by soaking thighs in dill pickle brine mixed with hot sauce for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs and milk or buttermilk to create an egg wash.
  4. Once marinated, pat the chicken dry, coat each piece first in the flour mixture, then dip in egg wash, and coat again with flour.
  5. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C) and fry the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
  6. Mix mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in a bowl for the sauce.
  7. Assemble the sandwich by toasting the buns, spreading sauce, adding slaw, fried chicken, and pickles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, marinate chicken overnight for enhanced flavor and tenderness. Reheat fried chicken in an oven for best texture.

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