This Chicken Sandwich Recipe Will Surprise You!

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: pork belly

Turkey bacon is lower in fat, while pork belly can be a more affordable option.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Reduced-fat cheese cuts calories, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: plain yogurt

Avocado adds healthy fats, while yogurt is a budget-friendly alternative.

bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain is healthier, while white bread is often less expensive.

Preheat the griddle.

Place 5 pieces of bacon on the griddle to cook.

Trim the chicken breasts, removing tendons and flattening them for even cooking.

Prepare an egg wash with 2 eggs in a bowl.

Set up a dredging station with all-purpose flour, egg wash, and panko breadcrumbs.

Season the flour with Texas Pete hot sauce and mix well.

Dredge the chicken in flour, dip in egg wash, and coat with panko breadcrumbs.

Check the bacon and remove it from the griddle once crispy, reserving the bacon grease.

Shallow fry the breaded chicken in the bacon grease on the griddle.

Cook the chicken until golden brown, checking the internal temperature to reach 165°F.

Toast the sandwich buns with mayonnaise instead of butter on the griddle.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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