Basic AF Fried Chicken Sandwich- The Cooking Snob

Here's we make our BASIC AF Fried Chicken Sandwich...

Believe me when I tell you, this is THE BEST fried chicken sandwich recipe! It really doesn’t get much better than crispy and juicy fried chicken on a toasted bun with a special sauce. It’s easier than you think to make your own fried chicken at home and this recipe will ensure you have succulent chicken every time!

How to make The Best Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe – step by step

1. Add chicken (prefer thigh) , buttermilk,1 teaspoon sea salt, paprika, cumin, garlic pepper, fresh onion and garlic to a large resealable bag and refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to overnight.

2. Heat 1 ½ inches of canola oil in a dutch oven or large pot to 350 degrees.

3. In a wide bowl, combine flour, remaining salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and some parsley for the SNOB effect. Remove the chicken from the marinade and dip each piece in the small bowl with 2 eggs stirred and then flour mixture until well coated.

4. Fry two piece of chicken at a time until golden brown and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Rest the cooked chicken on paper towels to cool.

5. Make the sauce by combining all sauce ingredients in a small bowl.

6. Assemble sandwiches by spreading the open sides of the toasted buns with sauce. Top the bottom bun with fried chicken, tomates, sauce of choice, lettuce, and the top bun.