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Crispy Chicken Sandwich

This Crispy Chicken Sandwich is the ultimate homemade comfort food, featuring juicy chicken breast coated in a perfectly seasoned, golden-brown crust that's irresistibly crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. Marinated with olive oil, paprika, salt, and black pepper, the chicken develops rich flavor before being coated in a seasoned flour mixture, dipped in egg, and finished with crispy breadcrumbs for an extra crunchy bite.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 2 cups breadcrumbs (or panko breadcrumbs)
  • Vegetable oil
  • burger buns
  • Burger sauce (or your favorite sauce)
  • 3–4 pickles, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Step 1: Season the Chicken
    Coat the chicken breasts with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until the chicken is evenly seasoned.
    Step 2: Prepare the Coating
    In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and cornstarch.
    Step 3: Bread the Chicken
    Coat each chicken breast in the flour mixture, making sure both sides are well covered. Dip it into the beaten eggs, then coat it again with the breadcrumbs, pressing gently so the coating sticks evenly.
    Step 4: Fry the Chicken
    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown, crispy, and fully cooked. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels to drain any excess oil.
    Step 5: Prepare the Onion Mixture
    In a small bowl, combine the thinly sliced onion with mayonnaise, a pinch of salt, and black pepper. Mix until evenly coated.
    Step 6: Assemble the Sandwich
    Lightly toast the burger buns. Spread burger sauce (or your favorite sauce) on the bottom bun, then add the chopped pickles. Place the crispy fried chicken on top, followed by the creamy onion mixture. Cover with the top bun.
    Step 7: Serve
    Serve immediately while hot with French fries, coleslaw, or your favorite dipping sauce for the ultimate crispy chicken sandwich experience.