Description
This Chicken Sandwich with Garlic Aioli offers irresistibly juicy, crispy fried chicken breasts seasoned with Cajun spices, layered with fresh romaine lettuce and sliced tomatoes on soft brioche buns, complemented by a zesty homemade garlic aioli for a flavorful and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
For the Garlic Aioli:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly:
- 4 brioche buns
- Leafy romaine lettuce
- Sliced tomatoes
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine the buttermilk and Cajun seasoning. Add the chicken breasts, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to tenderize and infuse flavor.
- Prepare the Flour Coating: In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet and heat over medium-high until it reaches about 350°F, suitable for frying.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the buttermilk marinade, letting any excess drip off. Dredge each piece evenly in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring full coverage.
- Fry the Chicken: Carefully place the coated chicken breasts in the hot oil. Fry for 5-7 minutes on each side until the exterior is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Make the Garlic Aioli: While frying, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl, mixing thoroughly to create a creamy, flavorful sauce.
- Drain and Rest: Once cooked, transfer the chicken to paper towels to drain excess oil and allow it to rest a few minutes for juices to redistribute.
- Assemble the Sandwich: Spread a generous layer of garlic aioli on the bottom half of each brioche bun. Add leafy romaine lettuce and a slice of tomato, top with the crispy chicken breast, and finish with the bun top. Serve immediately while warm and crisp.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double dredge the chicken by dipping it again in the buttermilk and flour mixture before frying.
- Adjust the Cajun seasoning to your preferred spice level or substitute with your favorite seasoning blend.
- Make sure oil maintains the correct temperature to avoid greasy chicken or undercooking.
- Brioche buns can be lightly toasted before assembly for added texture and flavor.
- Leftover fried chicken can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in an oven for best results.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sandwich
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Chicken sandwich, fried chicken, garlic aioli, Cajun seasoning, brioche buns, homemade sandwich, crispy chicken
