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Southern Country Fried Chicken Sandwich

Southern Country Fried Chicken Sandwich

5 from 8 votes
Get ready to sink your teeth into pure Southern comfort! Juicy, marinated chicken coated in crispy, golden batter, nestled between toasted brioche buns with creamy slaw, tangy pickles, and melty cheese. This sandwich is a flavor-packed masterpiece that’ll have you coming back for more. Let the craving begin!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 4 hours
Total Time 5 hours
Servings: 4 chicken sandwiches
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Wet Ingredients for Chicken:
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • ⅔ tsp paprika
  • ⅓ tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
Dry Ingredients for Chicken:
  • 1½ cups flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp seasoning mix
  • 4-5 cups peanut oil for frying
Tangy Slaw:
  • 3 cups shredded cabbage
  • ½ cup shredded carrots
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp white vinegar
  • ½ tbsp sugar
  • ¼ tsp salt
Sandwich Add-Ons:
  • Brioche buns
  • Swiss, American, or Cheddar cheese
  • Pickle chips
Optional Add-Ons:
  • Mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Yellow mustard, Ketchup

Method
 

  1. Marinate: Place chicken breasts in a plastic bag or glass bowl and add all the wet ingredients. Marinate in the fridge for 4-6 hours.
  2. Batter: In a shallow bowl, mix together all the dry ingredients except the oil.
  3. Slaw: Combine shredded cabbage, carrots, mayonnaise, white vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl and toss until well coated.
  4. Fry: Heat peanut oil in a frying pan until a speck of water sizzles across the top. Remove chicken from the marinade, shaking off excess, and coat each piece in the dry flour mixture. Fry for 5 minutes on one side, then 2-3 minutes on the other side until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt to taste.
  5. Assemble: Toast brioche buns and layer with cheese, fried chicken, mayonnaise, pickles, and slaw. Top with the other half of the bun and enjoy your Southern Country Fried Chicken Sandwich!

Notes

Pro Tip: For extra crispy chicken, double dredge the chicken pieces in the flour mixture. After the first coating, dip them back into the buttermilk mixture, then coat them again in the flour mixture before frying.
Variation: Switch up the flavors by experimenting with different seasonings in the flour mixture. Try adding smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, or dried herbs like thyme and oregano for a unique twist on the classic Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich. You can also customize the toppings to your liking, adding avocado slices, bacon, or even a drizzle of hot sauce for an extra kick!
The marinating time for the Southern Country Fried Chicken Sandwich recipe is 4 to 6 hours. This allows the chicken to soak up all the flavors from the buttermilk and seasoning, making it extra juicy and tender. If you're short on time, you could marinate it for as little as 2 hours, but the longer it marinates, the more flavorful and moist the chicken will be!