These Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwiches are topped with an easy coleslaw, pickles, and served on a buttered Brioche Bun. All it needs is your appetite!
So, I don’t know about where you are, but it is hot as hell here in Ohio. So hot, it makes you want to stay inside and never come out. I love the outdoors, but I do not like the heat. The only time when the heat is okay when there is nothing but water around me and a huge body of water and a Pina Colada in my hand. That is really just about the only time when I do not mind hot weather like the kind we’ve been having. When it’s hot outside, I do not, I repeat, I do not like to cook. I prefer fast and light meals. It’s way too hot outside to eat a heavy comfort food meal. This summer is all about salads and sandwiches. Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwiches that is.
I do not like to cook or eat heavy in the summer. I believe it has something to do with the heat. It wears me out. So I try to eat as light as possible. You definitely won’t find me eating this Chicken Cacciatore recipe or Loaded Macaroni and Cheese recipe in the summer months. I am more along the lines of this Shrimp and Sweet Corn Salad recipe that was absolutely perfect for dinner. But I do like to enjoy dishes of some sustenance and these Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich is the perfect meal.
How to make these Fried Chicken Sandwiches
I typically make my Fried Chicken one of two ways. I marinade it in buttermilk with a few cloves of garlic and sprigs of rosemary. Or I create an egg wash to dip the chicken into, then flour, and then the fryer. This gives the chicken crispier skin. In the case of this chicken recipe, the chicken thigh is perfect! On top of that, I made a simple coleslaw. Now I know many of you may not like coleslaw. I must admit, I am not a fan either. I only like coleslaw the way I make it or if it comes KFC. My coleslaw is made a mayo, apple cider vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. That’s it! Just in case you’re wondering, you have to have this sandwich with coleslaw. It’s not the same without it.
Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 mins
- Yield: 6 1x
Description
These Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwiches are fried to perfection, topped with creamy coleslaw, and served on a buttery Brioche bun!
Ingredients
- 6 Boneless Chicken Thighs
- 2 tsp. Salt
- 1 tsp. Black pepper
- 1 c. Buttermilk
- 3–4 dashes of hot sauce
- 1 c. flour
- ½ tsp. Salt
- ½ tsp. Black pepper
- ½ tsp. Red pepper
- 4 c. coleslaw mix
- ½ c. mayo
- 1 tbsp. Apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp. Honey.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 6 Brioche Buns
- Oil for frying
- Dill pickle slices
Instructions
- Preheat your deep fryer to 350 degrees. Fill halfway with vegetable oil.
- Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper. Place in an airtight container. Whish the hot sauce in with the buttermilk and pour over the chicken. Allow to sit for at least 30 minutes, or overnight, in the refrigerator.
- In a shallow dish, combine the flour, salt, pepper, and red pepper. Take a chicken thigh from the buttermilk and shake the excess. Take the chicken thigh and dredge though the flour and shake off the excess, Place in the hot oil and fry on both sides for about 5 minutes or until golden brown. When finished transfer to cooling rack and immediately sprinkle with a little salt. In a medium bowl, add the coleslaw, mayo, honey, and vinegar. Toss together and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- You can toast the buns on the stove and add about 2 tablespoons of butter on medium heat. Once melted add the buns, inside down, and toast for about 1 minute. Layer the sandwich with fried chicken, pickles, and coleslaw.
- Prep Time: 45 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Sandwich
I really enjoy eating sandwiches and I’ve tasted a lot. But this Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich looks really appetizing! Wish I could have a bite.
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Thanks Chef!
Now that looks like the type of fried chicken sandwich I could sink my teeth into. And buttermilk fried chicken is the way to go! Love the brioche bun with it as they are always so soft and sweet. Great combo and I would def add the coleslaw.
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Thank you Linda!
Oh my word, these look so good! These would be amazing any time of the year. I love all those toppings and that creamy coleslaw, yes please!
Thank you Michelle!
This looks amazing! I love a good fried chicken sandwich – especially one that is covered with crunchy coleslaw. This looks like the perfect summer lunch!
Same here. It’s way too hot in Ohio. Keep me inside unless there is a pool! My hubby is gonna be so happy to have these for dinner!!
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This is beyond restaurant-worthy! Can’t get over how delicious and impressive this look ???? Will 100% be making this one
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Haha. I hear you with the water and Pina Colada.
I can’t say I have ever made fried chicken, but it is definitely on my to-do list
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Thank you Cathleen!
This sandwich looks SO mouth wateringly delicious! Total perfection on a plate for sure. My hubby would love this. He’s all about the spicy chicken sandwich. Cannot wait to try this!
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Thank you Michele!
I need this chicken sammie in my life! I love a good, spicy fried chicken! And that slaw looks great too!
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The crispiness of that chicken is out of this world! I don’t eat a lot of fried chicken, but I’m definitely craving this sandwich now. The coleslaw and the soft brioche bun are a must as well!
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Wow, these sandwiches look ridiculously delicious! These make for a great fun dinner with the family or for entertaining company. The coating on the chicken looks sooo crunchy!
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i’m trying to make this but little confused on “red pepper “ which is it ? is it red pepper flakes?
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Red pepper/ cayenne pepper
looks good just one question am i putting hit sauce in butter milk or on the chicken as a seasoning?
In the buttermilk or both if you want.
Do you add the hot sauce to the buttermilk?
Yes ma’am. It should be indicated in the recipe ☺️.
These Sandwiches look so mouth-watering, I must have sandwiches in 2 to 3 days with different recipes and this also adds to my cook list, Thanks for sharing the recipe.
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Thank you Sophia!