Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwiches
These Spicy Fried Chicken Sandwiches are crispy, bold, and irresistibly juicy—made with tender buttermilk-marinated chicken, a flavorful Cajun-seasoned crust, and drizzled with sweet and spicy jalapeño honey. Piled high on soft toasted buns with a smear of creamy mayo, this sandwich is your ultimate homemade answer to fast-food favorites.
Ingredients
For the crispy fried chicken:
- 1 pound chicken breasts or thighs boneless, skinless, trimmed, about ½ inch thick
- ¾ cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup flour
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning for dredging
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 4 cups vegetable or peanut oil for frying
For the sandwiches:
- 4 buns optionally, lightly toasted
- 6 tablespoons jalapeño honey
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, and Cajun seasoning.
- Add chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour.
- Dredge: In another bowl, combine flour, Cajun seasoning, cornstarch, and baking powder.
- Dredge each piece of marinated chicken and place on a rack.
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F. Fry chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden.
- Let rest on a wire rack.
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Notes
- You can use store-bought or homemade jalapeño honey—just infuse honey with sliced jalapeños over low heat and let cool.
- For extra spice, add hot sauce to the mayo or an extra pinch of cayenne to the dredging mix.
- Toasting the buns enhances texture and flavor—brush lightly with butter before toasting for a golden edge.