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Pickle Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich

Perfecting the Pickle Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich at Home

This Pickle Brined Fried Chicken Sandwich elevates comfort food with crispy fried chicken and tangy pickle flavor.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound Chicken Thighs Essential for juiciness
  • 1 cup Dill Pickle Brine Marinate for at least 2 hours
  • 2 tablespoons Hot Sauce Adjust to taste
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Provides structure for the coating
  • 1/4 cup Cornstarch For extra crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder For flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika For flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
For the Binding
  • 2 Eggs
  • 1/2 cup Milk or Buttermilk Buttermilk deepens flavor
For the Sandwich
  • 4 Brioche or Potato Buns Soft and buttery
  • 1/4 cup Mayonnaise For sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon Mustard For sauce
  • 1 cup Shredded Lettuce or Slaw Mix For freshness
  • 1/2 cup Dill Pickles (sliced) For tanginess

Equipment

  • large bowl
  • Shallow dish
  • whisk
  • large skillet
  • Kitchen thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Brine the Chicken: Place chicken thighs in a bowl or bag, add dill pickle brine and hot sauce, refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  2. Prepare Coating: In a shallow dish, mix all-purpose flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. In another bowl, whisk eggs and milk/buttermilk.
  3. Coat Chicken: Remove chicken from brine, pat dry, dip into flour mixture, then into egg wash, and then back into flour.
  4. Fry Chicken: Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F. Fry chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown.
  5. Make Sauce: Combine mayonnaise and Dijon mustard in a bowl, whisk until smooth.
  6. Assemble Sandwich: Toast buns, spread sauce, layer with lettuce, fried chicken, and pickles, then serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 150mgSodium: 1200mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Allow chicken to marinate overnight for maximum flavor. Double-dip for an ultra-crispy coating.

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