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Hot Sauce Chicken Sandwich

Cultural Context

The Hot Sauce Chicken Sandwich has roots in Southern cuisine, where fried chicken is a staple. This sandwich embodies the region's love for bold flavors, particularly the heat from hot sauce. Traditionally served with pickles and slaw, it has gained popularity across the U.S., inspiring variations with different sauces and toppings. Today, it is a favorite in fast-food chains and gourmet burger joints alike, appealing to those who enjoy a spicy kick in their meals.

AmericanKWmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breasts
1 cup hot sauce
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon onion powder
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
4 buns
1/2 cup pickles
1 cup lettuce
1 tomato
1/4 cup mayo

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt provides tanginess with fewer calories.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: homemade chili sauce

Sriracha offers a similar flavor with less sodium.

buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain adds fiber and nutrients.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: Greek yogurt

Avocado spread is creamy and healthier.

1

Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 1 hour.

2

Mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

3

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.

4

Remove chicken from marinade and dredge in the flour mixture until fully coated.

5

Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.

6

Drain fried chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil.

7

Toast buns in the skillet until golden brown.

8

Spread mayo on the bottom half of each bun.

9

Place fried chicken on the mayo-covered bun.

10

Top with pickles, lettuce, and tomato.

11

Cover with the top half of the bun.

12

Serve immediately.

Cooking Techniques

marinatingfryingtoasting

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Spicy Chicken SandwichBuffalo Chicken Sandwich

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