Spicy Crispy Chicken Burger Recipe | Chicken Burger Recipe | Easy To Make Burger Recipe | MasalaWali

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

hot sauce

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha offers a similar heat and flavor.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain adds fiber, while white bread is often cheaper.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: avocado spread

💰Cheaper: yogurt

Avocado spread is healthier, yogurt is a cost-effective alternative.

Marinate chicken breast in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.

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

Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off.

Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere.

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

Fry chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

Remove chicken and drain on paper towels.

Toast burger buns in the remaining oil until golden.

Spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun.

Layer leafy greens, fried chicken, tomato slices, pickles, and top bun.

Serve immediately with extra hot sauce if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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