Craving a sandwich that’s both satisfying and better for you than fast food? Let me introduce you to the Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe! It’s quick to make, surprisingly healthy, and packed with flavor that will leave you wanting more. I promise, this isn’t just another chicken sandwich; it’s an experience you can create in your own kitchen.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
This recipe is a weeknight game-changer because it uses ingredients you probably already have in your pantry. But what really sets it apart is the crispy coating – it gives you that satisfying crunch of a guilty pleasure without all the guilt! It’s also incredibly versatile; you can adjust the spice level to your taste and experiment with different sauces. Plus, my kids absolutely adore it, and that’s always a win in my book.
A Taste of Home
I remember when I was growing up, my grandmother used to make a version of fried chicken for Sunday dinners. It was always a labor of love, and the aroma would fill the entire house with warmth and anticipation. While this Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe isn’t exactly the same, it captures that same feeling of comfort and deliciousness in a fraction of the time. It’s a little piece of home, even when I’m miles away.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
For the Sandwich:
- 2 burger buns
- Your favorite sauce (mayo, sriracha mayo, honey mustard, etc.)
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices (optional)
- Pickle slices (optional)
Step-by-Step Instructions for Making the Recipe
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Set up your Breading Station: Place flour in a shallow dish. In another dish, beat the egg. In a third dish, combine panko breadcrumbs.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then dip in the beaten egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken cutlets and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread your favorite sauce on both halves of the burger buns. Add lettuce leaves, tomato slices (if using), and pickle slices (if using). Place a crispy chicken cutlet on top of the bottom bun and cover with the top bun.
- Serve immediately: Enjoy your delicious Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe!
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to create thinner cutlets. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- Place flour in a shallow dish. In another dish, beat the egg. In a third dish, combine panko breadcrumbs.1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Dredge each chicken cutlet in flour, then dip in the beaten egg, and finally coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to adhere.1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 large egg, 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs, 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the breaded chicken cutlets and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Spread your favorite sauce on both halves of the burger buns. Add lettuce leaves, tomato slices (if using), and pickle slices (if using). Place a crispy chicken cutlet on top of the bottom bun and cover with the top bun.Your favorite sauce, 2 burger buns, Lettuce leaves, Tomato slices, Pickle slices, 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Serve immediately.
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