Summertime Fried Chicken Sandwiches with Tangy Slaw Magic

Enjoy the essence of summer with Summertime Fried Chicken Sandwiches and a zesty slaw, perfect for gatherings.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 5

Total Time 55

Servings: 4 sandwiches

Course: Chicken

Cuisine: American

Calories: 650

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

4 pieces Chicken smaller pieces cook faster
1 cup Buttermilk or regular milk with a splash of vinegar
1 cup Flour for breading
2 teaspoons Paprika to add flavor
1 teaspoon Onion Powder enhances taste
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder adds aromatic flavor

For the Sandwich

4 buns Brioche Buns toasted for extra texture
4 slices Swiss Cheese or cheddar/American cheese
4 slices Bacon optional but recommended
1 cup Pickles choose spicy, dill, or sweet

For the Slaw

1 bag Slaw Mix pre-packaged for convenience
1/2 cup Honey Dijonnaise adjust to taste

Equipment

Large Skillet
baking sheet
Shallow Dish
mixing bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
Mix flour, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder in a shallow dish.
Dredge chicken pieces in seasoned flour mixture.
Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and fry chicken for 5-7 minutes per side.
Combine slaw mix with honey Dijonnaise in a bowl.
Preheat oven to 350°F, toast brioche buns for 5-7 minutes.
Assemble sandwiches with fried chicken, bacon, Swiss cheese, slaw, and pickles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, ensure the oil temperature is maintained while frying, and toast the buns for added texture. Assemble right before serving for optimal freshness.

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