Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich: A Juicy Twist on Comfort Food
This Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich combines crispy fried chicken with vibrant flavors, providing a delightful take on a comfort food classic.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Sandwiches
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 4 burger buns
- 1 cup slaw mix
- 1/4 cup Thai chili mayo
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk, fish sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour and salt. Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Toast the burger buns in the same oil or on a skillet until crispy.
- Assemble each sandwich with fried chicken, slaw mix, Thai chili mayo, and cilantro on the bun.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- For an extra crunch, double fry the chicken.
- Adjust the spice level of the Thai chili mayo to your liking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 30 grams
- Saturated Fat: 8 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 100 mg