Crispy Fried Chicken Burger (Sandwich)

This super crispy fried chicken burger sandwich is made with simple ingredients and easy step-by-step instructions. It's crispy, juicy, and better than takeout.

Also, check Cheese and Pickle Sandwich and Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich.

Crispy Fried Chicken Burger Sandwich

This fried chicken burger sandwich is crispy and juicy in texture, with the hint of spice from the sriracha sauce that drizzles all over the burger.

I seasoned this chicken sandwich with garlic powder, salt, and ground black pepper, which makes the chicken flavorful.

I usually serve this sandwich at lunch or dinner

You'll Need

Sesame Seed Burger Buns: I use sesame seeds for a nutty, sweet taste, but lightly. You can also use any soft burger buns you like; you may also use brioche buns.

Chicken thighs: I use boneless and skinless chicken thighs.

Butter: It will soften the bread and provide an excellent flavor. Also, it keeps the bread from being soggy.

All purpose flour & Cornflour: The fried chicken won't be crispy by simply frying the meat. Flour & Cornflour would create that crunchy coating fried chicken is famous for. Also, they will add a golden-brown coating to the chicken thighs when fried right.

Eggs: Help the flour and cornflour stick to the surface of the chicken by dipping the chicken thighs on the egg before dipping them again on the flour mixture.

Seasonings: I use salt, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Cooking oil: I use sunflower oil to cook the chicken.

Toppings: I used lettuce, pickled cucumbers, carrots and sriracha sauce.

How to Make Crispy Fried Chicken Burger Sandwich

Step one - Preparing the chicken: Wash the chicken, then pat dry with a paper towel, then season the chicken with salt and pepper on both sides.

In a small bowl, beat the egg using a fork.

In another small bowl, mix flour, cornflour and garlic powder.

Now, dip the chicken in the egg then in the seasoned flour (make sure they are well covered with the flour).

Step two - Frying the chicken: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the chicken thighs into the hot oil and fry for 5-6 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Remove from the heat, drain off the excess oil on a paper towel.

Step three - Assembling the chicken burger sandwiches

• Spread butter on the bottom bun.
• Add lettuce.
• Top it with a chicken thigh.
• Add 2 slices of pickled cucumber
• Add some grated carrots and drizzle with sriracha sauce, then serve.

Top Tips!

• Deep fry the chicken covering the whole part so the inside will also be cooked. In all situations, the internal temperature of the chicken should be 75°C/165°F. Take into account that once the chicken is withdrawn from the oil, the heat will somehow continue its cooking time.
• Heat the cooking oil thoroughly before adding in the chicken thighs so that the meat and flour mixture won't stick to the pan.
• Use oil with a high smoking point. I highly advise not to use olive oil for this recipe because it has a low smoking point.
• Wash the vegetables thoroughly. You can add tomatoes and onions for extra spice and give more nutrition to your burger.
• You can use a kitchen paper towel to lessen the oil remaining in the chicken, or you can just put the fried chicken on a wire rack to reduce the oil.
• To prevent a soggy bread texture, you should let the fried chicken cool down for a few minutes before sandwiching it on the burger buns.

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