The Best Spicy Chicken Sandwich

This spicy chicken sandwich is quick & easy to make, yet so juicy and tender to give you a scrumptious burst of flavor in every bite. Tenderized in a buttermilk marinade and topped with spicy mayo, this sandwich is so incredibly delicious and comes together with just a few ingredients.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 pieces boneless skinless chicken thighs (pounded to even thickness)
• 1 cup buttermilk (see notes below)
• 2 tbsp Sriracha (or your favorite hot sauce)
• 1 tsp each salt, pepper, garlic powder
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tbsp paprika powder
• 1 tsp each salt, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne powder (reduce cayenne for less spice)
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp Sriracha (or your choice of hot sauce)
• cooking oil (for frying)
• 4 burger buns (lightly toasted with butter)
• lettuce, tomato, and/or pickles (sliced, or your choice of toppings)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1In a medium bowl, combine buttermilk, Sriracha, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Add chicken thighs and marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. 2Whisk together flour, cornstarch, paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne powder in a large bowl.
3. 3Add 2 tbsp of the marinade to the mixture and mix with a fork. Dredge the chicken with the flour mixture, making sure each piece is evenly coated. Prepare the sauce by mixing together Sriracha and mayonnaise.
4. 4Heat oil in a deep skillet until it reaches 325˚F (165˚C). Fry the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. The thickest part of the chicken should register 165˚F (75˚C).
5. 5Generously spread the spicy mayo on both sides of the buns and add your preferred toppings and the chicken. Serve immediately and enjoy!