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Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Sandwiches

Shatteringly crisp fried chicken thighs stacked with pickles and creamy slaw on a buttered bun.

Time
35 min
Servings
4
Level
Intermediate
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Original Olivi recipe · nutrition calculated per serving

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Instructions

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  1. Marinate chicken thighs in buttermilk and hot sauce for at least 30 minutes.

    30 minutes
  2. Whisk flour, cornstarch, paprika and garlic powder; dredge each thigh, pressing to coat, and add a splash of the buttermilk for craggy bits.

  3. Heat oil to 350°F. Fry chicken 5-6 minutes per side until deep golden and cooked through.

    5-6 minutes
  4. Drain on a rack and season immediately with salt.

  5. Toast buttered buns until golden.

  6. Layer mayo, crispy chicken, pickles and slaw. Serve while shatteringly crisp.

Chef's tip

Keep oil steady between 340-350°F. Too hot burns the crust before the thigh cooks; too cool and the coating drinks up grease.

Suggested pairing

An off-dry Riesling tames the heat and refreshes between crunchy bites.

About this recipe

Shatteringly crisp fried chicken thighs stacked with pickles and creamy slaw on a buttered bun.

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