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Crispy Honey Jalapeño Sandwich

Crispy Honey Jalapeño Sandwich

Discover the bold flavors of the Crispy Honey Jalapeño Sandwich. Perfectly crispy chicken meets sweet heat in this easy-to-make recipe. Ideal for any occasion!
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinade Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Calories: 480
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs sliced into 1.5 cm thick pieces
  • 180 ml buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning divided
  • 125 g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 liter vegetable or peanut oil for frying
  • 6 tablespoons honey with jalapeño
  • 4 tablespoons mayonnaise

Equipment

  • Deep fryer or large pot
  • Wire rack
  • Tongs
  • Thermometer
  • Shallow bowl for coating

Method
 

  1. Marinate the chicken by whisking together buttermilk, egg, and 1 tablespoon of Cajun seasoning; coat chicken pieces and let sit for at least 1 hour or overnight.
  2. Prepare the coating by mixing flour, remaining Cajun seasoning, cornstarch, and baking powder in a shallow bowl; coat marinated chicken pieces and place on a wire rack.
  3. Heat oil in a large pot to 180°C (350°F) and fry chicken pieces for about 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through; drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
  4. Assemble the sandwiches by toasting the buns, spreading mayonnaise on the bottom half, adding fried chicken, drizzling with honey jalapeño sauce, and topping with the other half of the bun.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 28gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Marinating the chicken longer will enhance the flavor and juiciness.
If you're short on time, skip toasting the buns, though they add texture.
Store leftovers separately to maintain crispiness; reheat fried chicken in the oven for best results.
For a healthier version, bake the chicken instead of frying, or use a gluten-free flour substitute.
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