Description
A perfectly spiced, super-crisp chicken sandwich featuring a garlicky aioli and crunchy pickles, perfect for weeknight meals or impressing friends.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced or 1 teaspoon roasted garlic
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 4 hamburger buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Pickle slices
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Instructions
- 1. In a large bowl, combine buttermilk and 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning. Whisk briefly, then add chicken, cover, and refrigerate for 2 to 4 hours.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, and Parmesan cheese (if using); season with salt and pepper to taste and chill.
- 3. In a shallow dish, combine all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Whisk to combine.
- 4. Heat about 3 inches of vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pan to 375°F (190°C).
- 5. Remove brined chicken, let excess drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture. Fry chicken for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Drain on a wire rack.
- 6. Toast the hamburger buns, spread a generous amount of garlic aioli on both buns, layer with lettuce, fried chicken, tomato slices, and pickles. Serve immediately.