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Crispy Chicken Sandwich

A pan-fried crispy chicken sandwich with a crunchy panko coating and juicy chicken ready in under 30 minutes, served on toasted brioche buns.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 6 ounces each)
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 brioche buns
  • 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 4 tomato slices
  • 4 dill pickle slices

Equipment

  • Meat mallet or rolling pin
  • Three shallow bowls or plates
  • Large skillet or frying pan
  • Meat thermometer
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Paper towels
  • Cutting board
  • Measuring spoons and cups

Method
 

  1. Pound each chicken breast to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
  2. Arrange three shallow bowls on a work surface and fill one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko mixed with garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour, shaking off excess.
  4. Dip the floured chicken into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl.
  5. Press the egg-coated chicken into the panko mixture until fully covered on both sides.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 2 minutes until shimmering.
  7. Pan-fry the chicken breasts for 5 to 6 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F on a meat thermometer.
  8. Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain and rest for 2 minutes. Meanwhile, spread mayonnaise on brioche buns and toast in the same skillet for 1 minute per side until golden.
  9. Assemble each sandwich by layering chicken, lettuce, tomato slices, and a pickle on the bottom bun, then topping with the other bun half and serving immediately.

Notes

Allow the chicken to rest after frying to keep the coating crisp and toast the buns to prevent sogginess.