ALMOST-FAMOUS CHICKEN SANDWICHES
The founder of Chick-fil-A, Truett Cathy, claims that he invented the chicken sandwich, and while we can't be sure he was the first person to put chicken between bread, we can give him credit for turning his own version into a cult phenomenon. People - including a few editors at Food Network Magazine - are fanatical about the chain's simple sandwich: a piece of fried chicken breast served with two pickle chips on a buttered, toasted bun. Apparently, the secret's in the seasoning, as the chefs in Food Network Kitchens discovered while re-creating the recipe. This one's for Karina Wang from Perris, CA, and all the other readers who have been begging for the recipe.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Cut the chicken breasts in half horizontally to make 4 thin cutlets. Place the cutlets between 2 pieces of heavy-duty plastic wrap and pound to 1/8-inch thick with a mallet or heavy skillet. Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon each pepper and paprika.
- Heat about 2 inches peanut oil in a heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 325 degrees F. Meanwhile, whisk the egg, milk and 2 tablespoons water in a baking dish. Whisk both flours, the malted milk powder, confectioners sugar, baking soda, dry mustard, the remaining 1/2 teaspoon paprika and 1 teaspoon each salt and pepper in another dish. Toss the pickle slices, pickle juice and vinegar in a bowl and set aside.
- Working in batches, dip the chicken in the egg mixture, turning to coat, then dredge in the flour mixture and shake off any excess. Fry the chicken in the hot oil until golden brown, about 4 minutes, adjusting the heat as needed. Drain on paper towels.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Spread the cut sides of the buns with some of the butter and lightly toast in the skillet, buttered-side down; spread with more butter. Put 2 pickle slices on each bun bottom; top with a piece of chicken and cover with the bun tops.
SUNNY'S SPICY CHICKEN SANDWICH REMAKE
Provided by Sunny Anderson
Categories main-dish
Time 3h5m
Yield 2 sandwiches
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- For the marinade/batter: Use kitchen scissors to cut 6 to 7 small horizontal slivers, about 1 1/2 to 2 inches deep, into each chicken breast, to give them potential for crispies when fried. Set aside.
- Whisk together the buttermilk, hot sauce, paprika, a nice pinch of salt and plenty of grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Add to a resealable bag or large bowl along with the chicken and soak for 2 hours at room temperature or overnight in the refrigerator. Bring the chicken to room temperature before frying.
- Heat several inches of oil in a pot or deep-fryer to 375 degrees F.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry (reserving the marinade), then set aside. Whisk together the flour, cornstarch and baking powder in a large bowl. Slowly add the marinade liquid while whisking to form a pancake batter consistency. (If you go too far, just add more flour or about 2 tablespoons of water, depending on the texture.) Dust the chicken with some flour, then dunk in the batter to coat. Dust the chicken again with flour, then shake gently and slowly drop into the hot oil. Fry in batches until cooked through and golden on the outside, about 8 minutes. Remove and season with a pinch of salt and rest briefly on a few scrunched paper towels on a plate.
- For the sandwich: Butter both sides of each bun. Toast lightly in a grill pan or in the oven until lightly golden brown and warm, about 2 minutes.
- Stir together the mayonnaise and chipotle in a small bowl. Smear on the cut sides of the bun bottoms, then add the chicken, pickles and the bun tops. Wrap in aluminum foil pouches and let rest for less than 1 minute, then serve.
FUNKY CHICKEN SANDWICH
A delicious chicken sandwich, adapted from our favorite local restaurant, No Frill Grill in Norfolk, Virginia. My husband loves to eat it when we go to the restaurant, so I decided to make my own version. (The original calls for Parmesan Peppercorn Dressing and swiss cheese)
Provided by emilyanne36
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 2 sandwiches, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- -Pan fry bacon, set aside.
- -Prepare chicken as you like it. I use a George Foreman grill.
- -While chicken is cooking, butter the pan and the bread. Assemble tomatoes and cheese on bread, and cook like a grilled cheese sandwich.
- -Add chicken, bacon and mayonnaise, and enjoy!
FUNKY FRIED CHICKEN
Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, add canola oil over medium heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together all spices. Use 1/2 of mix to season chicken. Let seasoned chicken sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
- In a large bowl, add flour and remaining seasoning mix. Toss chicken with seasoned flour and add to hot oil, 1 piece at a time. Cover pan with foil. Remove foil after 8 to 10 minutes and flip chicken. Cook until the chicken is golden brown. Remove from fryer to a paper towel-lined sheet tray. Season with salt, if desired, and serve.
COPYCAT FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH
After trying all the major fast-food chains' chicken sandwiches, I decided to come up with my own fried chicken sandwich. I know everyone says theirs is better than the original, but mine really is. -Ralph Jones, San Diego, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cut each chicken breast horizontally in half; place in a large bowl. Add buttermilk and hot sauce; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, 8 hours or overnight. , Preheat air fryer to 400°. Stir eggs into chicken mixture. In a shallow dish, whisk flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, pepper and salt. Remove chicken from buttermilk mixture. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, firmly patting to help coating adhere. Repeat, dipping chicken again in buttermilk mixture and then dredging in flour mixture., Place chicken on a wire rack over a baking sheet. Refrigerate, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Using a pastry brush, lightly dab both sides of chicken with oil until no dry breading remains. , In batches, arrange chicken in a single layer in greased air fryer. Cook until a thermometer reads 165° and coating is golden brown and crispy, 7-8 minutes on each side. Remove chicken; keep warm. Toast buns in air fryer until golden brown, 2-3 minutes. Top bun bottoms with chicken. If desired, serve with optional toppings.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 384 calories, Fat 17g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 136mg cholesterol, Sodium 777mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
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