Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe (VIDEO)
A Crispy Chicken Sandwich with a juicy and tender center. Learn how to make fried chicken breast with a perfectly seasoned thick and shaggy crust.
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Watch Chicken Sandwich Video Tutorial:
A homemade chicken sandwich tastes fresher because you aren’t re-using the same oil all day long. They are more satisfying than Popeyes Chicken Sandwich or even the famous Chik fil A.
Just like homemade Burgers, these chicken sandwiches are a fun and inexpensive way to feed a crowd. This recipe makes 6 chicken sandwiches and the chicken patties reheat well so they are great for meal planning.
How to Make Fried Chicken Breast:
A great fried chicken starts with a well-seasoned marinade. The combination of buttermilk and hot sauce tenderizes the chicken and the generous amount of seasoning adds flavor.
1. Pound chicken cutlets between plastic wrap to an even 1/2” thickness for even frying.
2. Marinate chicken – In a large mixing bowl, combine marinade ingredients, add chicken and stir to coat. Cover and refrigerate 2-4 hours or overnight.
3. Dredge Chicken – In a separate shallow bowl, whisk together: flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, paprika, onion powder, and garlic powder. Lift a piece of marinated chicken, letting excess marinade drip off, and dip chicken into the flour mixture, pressing it on with your hands to coat well. Transfer to a wire rack. Keep the flour mixture for step 5.
4. Heat 1-inch of oil in a soup pot or dutch oven to 350˚F. See our favorite oils for frying below.
5. Re-dip the chicken into the flour mixture just before frying. Add chicken 2 pieces at a time so you don’t crowd.
7. Fry the Chicken – Adjust the temperature of the oil to keep it at 300-325˚F while frying. Cook 3-4 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook 2-3 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 160-165˚F. Transfer to a wire rack.
Pro Tips for Crisp and Juicy Fried Chicken:
- Give it time to marinate: buttermilk helps to tenderize the chicken so marinate at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Seasoning the flour well: Don’t skimp on the seasoning. Press the flour mixture onto the chicken to adhere well.
- Double dip – just before frying chicken, dip it into the seasoned flour again for a thick and shaggy exterior.
- The right oil temperature: heat to 350˚F before adding chicken then adjust the temperature to keep it at 300-325˚F while frying. Don’t overcrowd the pot or the oil temperature will drop quickly. A clip-on pot thermometer is really useful.
- When to remove the chicken: take the chicken out of the hot oil once it’s cooked through and browned. The internal temperature will continue to rise as the chicken rests and should reach 165˚F so take the chicken out just before that. Insert an instant-read thermometer in the side of your chicken to check.
- DO NOT drain on paper towels: drain or rest fried chicken on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to allow air to circulate. Draining on paper towels will trap steam and the crust will soften.
Classic Toppings for a Chicken Sandwich:
These are the classic toppings for a fried chicken sandwich. If you want to cut down on prep, you can also skip all of the toppings and use a crunchy Coleslaw which incorporates the sauce and veggies into one tasty sandwich topping.
- Buns – We love brioche buns because they are beautiful and add a hint of sweetness.
- Dill Pickles – slice into rings to put inside the sandwich or serve pickle spears on the side.
- Lettuce – green curly lettuce looks the best but any sandwich lettuce will work
- Tomatoes and onions – thickly slice juicy tomatoes and thinly slice onions into rings.
- Cheese – we don’t always use sliced cheese but when we do, we love a medium cheddar or Colby Jack Cheese.
- Sauce – we love a simple mayonnaise or fry sauce (the same one we used for our burger recipe).
Can I use Chicken Thighs?
Yes, but keep in mind dark meat will take longer to cook. Be sure chicken thighs are well trimmed of fat and cook to an internal temperature of 170˚-175˚F (6 to 8 minutes per side).
What is the Best Oil for Fried Chicken?
Use a neutral oil with a high smoke point. The great news is that the best oils for frying are also the least expensive oils. You can always opt for an extra light olive oil or avocado oil but those are significantly more expensive. Our go-to oils for frying are:
- Vegetable Oil
- Canola Oil
- Peanut Oil
- Corn Oil
More Crowd-Pleasing Sandwich Recipes:
For me to love a sandwich, it has to be something special. These sandwich recipes will impress even the pickiest eaters.
- Cheeseburger Sliders – everyone loves these and they reheat well
- Reuben Sandwich – with homemade Russian dressing
- Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich – the authentic way to make it
- Chicken Bacon Avocado – a restaurant inspired club sandwich
- Juicy Burgers – our go-to method for grilling burgers
Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe

These Chicken Sandwiches are crispy on the outside with a juicy center. We're sharing all of our best tips for making flavorful fried chicken breast with a thick and shaggy crust that crunches when you bite into it.
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade:
- 3 medium chicken breasts, boneless, skinless, halved into 6 cutlets
- 1 1/2 cups low-fat buttermilk
- 1 Tbsp hot sauce, (we use Frank’s Red Hot brand)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
Classic Breading for Fried Chicken:
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Oil for frying - vegetable oil, canola oil or peanut oil
Toppings for Chicken Sandwiches:
- 6 burger buns, buttered and toasted
- 6 green lettuce leaves
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 2 dill pickles, sliced into rings
- Mayonnaise, or your favorite sauce
Instructions
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Pound chicken cutlets between 2 sheets of plastic wrap and pound to an even 1/2” thickness so they cook more evenly.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together marinade ingredients. Add Chicken, turning to coat then cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or overnight.
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In a separate shallow bowl, whisk together breading ingredients: flour, salt, pepper, baking powder, paprika, onion powder and garlic powder. Remove a piece of chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off and dip chicken into flour mixture, pressing it on with your hands to coat well. Transfer to a wire rack.
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Heat 1 ” oil in a soup pot or dutch oven to 350˚F. Just before frying chicken, dip it into the seasoned flour again for a thick and shaggy exterior.Add chicken, 2 pieces at a time for a smaller pot so you don’t crowd and reduce the temperature of the oil too quickly.
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Place chicken into the oil one by one. Adjust the flame to keep the oil temperature at 300-325˚F. Cook 3-4 minutes on the first side or until browned and crisp then flip and cook another 2-3 minutes on the second side or until cooked through and chicken is browned and crisp all over.
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Transfer to a wire rack set over a baking sheet. The internal temperature will continue to rise as it rests. The final resting temperature of the chicken should reach 165˚F.
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Lightly butter and toast the cut sides of your buns and build your crispy chicken sandwiches with desired toppings.
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I had a craving for chicken sandwiches, but I’ve never fried chicken in my life; it always seemed so intimidating. I’ve loved every recipe I’ve tried of Natasha’s and after reading the directions and watching the video, I thought, “I can do this!” Wow. I’m glad I tried! This recipe is amazing! The steps were so clear and easy to follow, I felt comfortable giving it a go. The flavor was divine and hit the spot. I will definitely be saving this one! It was a total hit. Thank you!
Hi Sarah! That’s amazing. I’m so glad you tried this recipe. Thank you for sharing your experience.
I just love this chicken Sandwich Recipe. Since I have found it, we enjoy these better than going out for a chicken sandwich. Thanks for sharing.
So glad to hear that, Shannon! Thank you for sharing.
Hi! Thank you so much for your amazing recipes, I have a question: I would like to make this recipe tomorrow but I don’t have Clip on pot thermometer nor instant red thermometer, do you think I can still successfully make this chicken or I shouldn’t even try without thermometers? Thank you again!
Hi Tatiana! It should be fine, but it does turn out best with the thermometer.
It turned out so delicious!!! Thank you so much for the honest response, my family enjoyed this dish very much!
This is my third time making this recipe and it’s delicious!
So glad you love it, Elizabet! 🙂
Fantastic!!! my family absolutely loves this recipe and I’ve made it about three or four times. My teenage boys who love Chick-fil-A say this is even better!! Thanks Natasha, great recipe!
Hi Nickie! I’m so glad to hear that. Thanks for sharing.
Followed recipe exactly and they were delicious! Love all your recipes! I would definitely also be interested in an air fryer recipe.
I’m happy that you are enjoying this recipe, Nancy. You can check out my other Air Fryer recipes here.
This is the best! Chicken is crisp, center is juicy . Very good flavor. I only changed one thing. I add about 3 Tbls dill pickle juice to the marinade, only because so many other recipes did, gave it a nice tang. Recipe is easy, fast {allowing for marinade time) Would highly recommend this recipe.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Linda! I’m so happy this was a hit!
Crispy, juicy, and SO full of flavor! I have celiac disease so used GF flour and it was amazing! My husband also loved it 🙂 it is definately a keeper, thank you!! xo
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Tara! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
What’s another way to marinate if you don’t have buttermilk or like hot sauce?
Hi Ellen, you can make your own buttermilk at a ratio of 1 cup whole milk to 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice. Combine and let it sit 10 minutes to curdle then stir and use.
These are by far the best chicken sandwiches I’ve ever made… I have two teenagers, and they ask for these at least twice a week! Love, love, love this recipe! ❤️❤️
Aaaw, thank’s so nice! Thank you so much for sharing.
I can make the most complicated and labor intensive dishes but I can’t fry chicken or boil eggs to save my life…..until today. Natasha’s detailed instructions and video helped so much. I succeeded today with this chicken recipe. The chicken was so flavorful and so tender on the inside with a nice crunch on the outside. We ate it on Hawaiian sweet buns with garlic aioli, lettuce & tomato. We have leftovers for tomorrow and I’m pretty excited. Very delicious Natasha. This is probably the 12th recipe of hers I’ve tried and I’ve only been disappointed with one of them(Pierogi recipe and it was on me. they came out too doughy) But this chicken recipe will be added to our rotation!
Aaaw thank you so much for sharing that with us Jennifer! This helps inspire us to create more recipes for you all!
Oh my gosh SO good! This was a hit with everyone tonight! The chicken was tender and came out perfectly. This is going in the rotation! Thanks, Natasha!
That’s wonderful! So glad to hear that, Tracy.
I made this for dinner tonight and my partner told me that is was one of the best things I’ve ever made!! The chicken was so juicy and so full of flavour! I will be making this again.
Hi Michelle! I’m glad it was loved.
Came out amazing! Thank you for the easy and delicious recipe.
We’re so glad you enjoyed this!
Absolute winner!! Delicious, juicy chicken, my husband loved it! And really easy & quick to make. Thank you Natasha 😊
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Silvie!
I have made this delicious Chicken sandwich on home made brioche rolls so many times. People love it, the taste is scrumptious. I give it a 10. I have made several of Natashas recipes and everyone of them is delicious.
Aaaw, thank you for the perfect rating. I hope you’ll love all the recipes that you will try!
Made this tonight (sat in marinade all night and day). 10/10 AMAZING!!
Thank you
So glad you enjoyed this recipe, Vanessa!
I made this recipe tonight and it was totally amazing. They are better than any take out hands down. My husband loved these so they were our 29th anniversary dinner. So happy we have leftovers!
Sounds great! I’m happy to know that you enjoyed this for dinner and Happy Anniversary!
So delicious. I especially like the trick of adding one final coat of flour before frying. I would just say that the salt level is that of a fast food restaurant which is a little too much for me so I’d reduce it a bit. Otherwise, really yummy. Thank you!
You’re welcome, good to know that you enjoyed the recipe!
Looks absolutely delicious.Can’t wait to try this recipe! My ‘Early Girl’ tomatoes are just ripe on the vine! Would like to understand the recipe for the mayo/ketchup sauce that’s on this chicken sandwich. It’s suggested that it would be “in the notes” but, can’t find it anywhere. Would love to know!
Many thanks to Natasha for many great meals we’ve already had thanks to your recipes, website and inspiring energy!
Hi Doris, I hope you love this recipe! We used the same Fry Sauce in our Chicken Sandwich Recipe. Here’s the link.
So grateful for your recipes. I grew up in a non-cooking family, so I am still learning at 32 years old. I have had success so many times with my picky husband. He keeps asking me to make the recipes again. He absolutely loved these sandwiches and reheated in the air fryer for weekday lunches. Thank you!
You’re so welcome, Wendy. Thanks so much for appreciating what we do. I hope you’ll both love all the recipes that you will try!
Thanks natasha once again. My wife only likes to eat veg ,but sometimes chicken. Followed the recipe and now it’s on the do again list. Thanks once again . Love all your recipes.
I’m so glad you love my recipes, Gary! Thank you for your great feedback!
Great recipe. Awesome crispy chicken sandwich. A lot of preparation but the end results is worth it. I made it exactly like the recipe except I left off the pickles. Seasoned just right, thank you.
You’re welcome, Cj. I’m happy to know that you enjoyed it!
My family loves this recipe. Do you think if there is a chance this crispy chicken can be made using the air fryer?
Great to hear that! I have not personally tried it. But this same batter would not work properly in an air fryer. A bread crumb type of batter would work better, and you would want to spray it with cooking spray to get some color on it.
I tried this sandwich yesterday! My family loved them. After pounding the chicken breast each half made its own sandwich, so great left overs tonight! These were very easy to do and we will definitely add them to our rotation list!
Hi Brenda! So glad you enjoyed this recipe. Thank you for the feedback. 🙂
Delicious!! I made this with thighs because that’s what I had defrosted. Everyone loved it!
Hi Diane, good to hear that the recipe was a hit!
Just made this tonight for my whole family and this sandwich is by far the best chicken sandwich I have ever tasted! I normally do not eat chicken sandwiches because they always seem dry to me but this one was moist and so flavorful!!my whole family loved it! I will definitely be making this again!❤️😋
I’m so happy this was a hit with your family, Tamina! That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!
i must admit, this is an impressive recipe, only those with the most refined pallets should dare to even eat this peace of heaven.
Thank you for your lovely review, Kristiyan!
Hey there Natasha.
Thanks for sharing this wonderful recipe with us. My family really loved it. I have a question, now that it’s getting closer to hot summer i don’t want to really cook indoorfor less heat in the house. So can i grill,if so what temperature & time?😊👍💖
Hi Olga, I haven’t tried this on a grill. I worry the coating will completely come off on a grill vs when it is fried.
This is by far the very BEST chicken sandwich ever. I love how crispy the chicken is. The double breading is key to the extra crispness. We are totally addicted to Natasha’s recipes. Every one is a winner. So easy, tasty and healthy. Thank you, Natasha.
Wonderful! Thank you for the feedback, Andrea.
I made this for dinner last night and it was amazing! For the marinade I didn’t have buttermilk so I made my own using 3/4 cup sour cream and 1/4 cup water. Who knew??!?
Thanks for the best Chicken Sandwich recipe.
You’re very welcome, Norma! So glad you enjoyed this recipe.
Would it be okay to skip the marinade in this recipe? Wanted to make this for dinner tonight but won’t have time to marinate longer than an hour maybe. It looks delicious!
Hi Kassandra, It should ideally be between 30 minutes to 12 hours, so one hour should work well!
Quick Question, can I bake instead of fry for a healthier version? It looks fantastic!
Hi Erin, someone else shared this “Tried this recipe but baked in the oven. Tastes delicious! Husband wants to eat it everyday now!” I hope that helps
Definitely the best Chicken sandwich ever!! I always do your recipes and everything turned out so delicious!!!
I’m so glad you loved this sandwich, Vanessa!
Just made this tonight for my family. Oh my gosh! I knew it was going to be good but this rivals any chicken sandwich I’ve paid for at a restaurant. Thank you for all the recipes you share!!!
Thank you for the great review, Jennifer. You’re very welcome. So glad you enjoy my recipes.
These are our favorite chicken sandwiches. The recipes is very easy to follow and making them. I love all your recipes Thank You so much. With your recipes we are eating much healthier!
I’m so happy you love our recipes! Thank you so much for the fantastic review!
These are fantastic!!!!
A real family favourite !!!
I love all your recipes and follow you daily!
That is the best when the family love what we moms make. That’s so great!
Hi. Would I be able to use heavy cream? I have some that I want to use up. Can you make a buttermilk substitute with it and lemon or will it just get weird?
Hi Ashley, you can make your own buttermilk at a ratio of 1 cup whole milk to 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice. Combine and let it sit 10 minutes to curdle then stir and use.
Chicken sandwich recipe was amazing, I made sriracha mayo delicious! Thanks 😋😍
So glad you enjoyed this recipe.
Made these tonight. We all agreed it was the best chicken sandwich ever. My daughter said it was even better than Chick Fil A’s!
So tender, melt in your mouth and flavorful. Will definitely make again!
Wow! That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Lisa!
Can this recipe work with drumsticks?
I want to bake them in oven instead of fried?
Hi. I recommend trying this breaded baked chicken drumstick recipe.
A family favorite! My kids ask for this recipe all.the.time lol Made it again tonight. Thank you 🙂
I’m glad that this recipe is a hit with your family!
Making this again tomorrow. 2nd time this week. My teenage son said these sandwiches should be sold they are fabulous!!! Reheated them in the toaster oven and still delicious. Trying your donut recipe in the morning. We love all of your recipes!!! Absolutely delicious
Thank you, Julie! I’m so happy you enjoy this recipe. I appreciate the 5-star review.
So so execellent! I’m 16 and love to make the meals in my home. After making this amazing recipe, my family has been begging me to make it again!! Unquestionably a must-have meal! Thank you and spectacular job Natasha!:)
Thank you for your good comments and feedback, Abigail. Keep up the good work!
All the stars!! Making this for the second time because it was in such high demand at our house. I always read reviews to see what needs tweaking, but it’s perfect as-is. Thank you for sharing such an amazing recipe! Can’t wait to dig into your other recipes!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Melissa!
So yummy! Thank you Natasha I really enjoyed this recipe!! Can’t wait to try some more of your delicious recipes!
I’m so glad you loved it, Suzanne! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
Hi Natasha,
You say 2 tsp of baking powder in your video but the recipe shows 1 tsp??
I’m making it tonight for dinner.
Hi Carol, Sorry about that. I think I miss-spoke. The written recipe is correct with 1 tsp baking powder, although it probably wouldn’t harm the recipe even if you accidentally used 2 tsp.
Excellent recipe. I love everything you make!
How do you keep the crust on the chicken after it is cooked? Pieces of the crispy crust fall off when I remove it from the oil and when I serve it.
Thank you for your response.
This is usually caused by an excessive amount of moisture. Are you letting the excess marinade drip off well before you dredge in flour? Also, be sure you are coating it well in flour so it is not spotty. The oil should also be well heated at the recommended temperature when you add the Chicken. Lastly, patience, let it cook! If you are touching the chicken too often with tongs, fork, etc.. this could cause the crust to come loose. I hope this helps.
So darn good!! Family loved it!! Thank you…I make so many of your recipes. Always great!
You’re always welcome, Sue!
Omg yes I just finished making chicken sandwiches for my family and we loved your recipe . Delicious. No need to buy out . Thank you 😊
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Stephanie!
Natasha, did you post recipe for the mayo sauce? If so, I did not see it, thanks.
Hi there, we used the sauce in our Burger Recipe.
Made these last night and the chicken was delicious! The best chicken sandwiches I ever made! The batter and coating for this recipe will be my go-to from now on. All your recipes are full-proof. Always turn out and delicious! Thank you!
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Ruthann!
This chicken is fabulous! Crispy outside, moist inside. I have another recipe I’ve been using to make fried chicken sandwiches, but this recipe has more flavor! The family loved it! Will definitely use this recipe from now on! Chick fil a who?
I’m so glad you loved the flavor! It truly is so delicious!
I want to make this tonight. Can I do the chicken in the airfryer instead? If so at what temp and for how long?
Hi Kathryn, I haven’t tested this in an air fryer, so you might have to experiment. Let me know how it goes.
Hello Natasha, thank you so much for this delicious chicken recipe! Its actually the best recipe ever! My boys really love it and they don’t want to taste any other one 😊they have it in a burger bread with cheese , mayo and shredded cabbage. They just don’t want to taste any other! 😃
Aaaw that is an amazing review, Hania. Thank you so much for sharing that with us, it really warms my heart.
Can you cut the chicken breast in half instead of pounding it?
Hi Carly, it’s best to pound it. Sometimes, I slice in half for the bigger chicken breast and pound them into a thin breast.
I made these into bite sized chicken chunks and they were AMAZING!!! I made a lot making sure there would be enough for 3 people in the house to take to work the next day but unfortunately there was only enough for one person, they were just soooo good!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed them, Marg!
I’m planning to try this today but with 3 pieces. Can I marinate and freeze this as a quick dinner for another night?
Hi Elza, I haven’t tested that to advise. It may work to freeze marinated, but I haven’t tried it myself to know if the buttermilk will separate when defrosted. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe.
I made these, cooked them and had some leftover. I froze them & put them in a vacuum sealed bag. When I thawed them (weeks later), I heated them up in a toaster oven & they were just as good as they were the night I made them. Thanks for the great recipe!
Yay, that’s fantastic! Thanks for sharing that with us.
I am making these for a 2nd time tonight. Raving reviews from family and friends. I am going to add a little more of the Franks Hot sauce. The crust is to die for. Followed the recipe to a tee. Thanks for sharing!!!
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Stephanie!
Hi Natasha, what can I use instead of buttermilk? (Something non dairy)
Hi Tanya, I haven’t tried any other non-dairy substitute for this recipe to advise.
What’s the purpose of the buttermilk? What if I skip it, is it still worth trying?
The combination of buttermilk and hot sauce tenderizes the chicken and the generous amount of seasoning adds flavor.
Just a little more work than a drive-thru, but so worth it! These were so delicious and my family raved! “Better than Chic-fil-A!” That was from my teen daughter!
That’s wonderful, I’m so happy to hear that!
I followed the directions to the tee.
It turned out great!!! It was a hit so this will be made again and again.
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Monica!
Hi! Natasha Kravchuk, I love your recipes and the way you explain the recipes with the pictures is so much fun. Anyways, I have a question if I can bake or air fryer the chicken instead of frying? Thanks!
Hi Isha, someone else shared this “Tried this recipe but baked in the oven. Tastes delicious! Husband wants to eat it everyday now!” I hope that helps
I made this hoping my 2 picky eaters would enjoy it. This recipe did not disappoint! Both kids have requested that I put it on our regular menu rotation. Hubby and I also really enjoyed it – the chicken was wonderfully crunchy, flavourful without being too spicy and it was very tender. Thank you for sharing this amazing recipe!
That is the best when kids love what we moms make. That’s so great!
So glad I found your recipe. It’s terrific! Although I missed adding the baking powder, I’m still very pleased with the results. The chicken is juicy and flavorful as promised. I never fry chicken, so this gave me some confidence that I could! Bonus!
Very nice to hear that, Adrienne. Thank you for your good comments and feedback!
I have made this recipe several times and it is always a big hit! So crispy and flavorful!
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Lisa!
Omg!! I just made them today for the kids and they loved them. My son said to make it at least once a week hahah. Thank u so much for an awesome recipe
Yay, that’s fantastic! Thanks for your review and good feedback, Erika.
I bought everything in this recipe and followed the instructions.
However My chicken didn’t turn out as expected. I must say this was my least favorite recipe.
Hi Diana, I’m sorry to hear that. This has been a very popular recipe on our site. I suggest watching the video to see where things started to look different. Also, if you don’t have a thermometer to monitor the oil, I highly recommend one for frying. It can make all the difference in frying.
Hi Natasha! Thanks for sharing this recipe😍 i made it last night for dinner and my family LOVED it! I used yoghurt instead of buttermilk and it still was great👌🏻 Love the crispy and juicy chicken
That is the best when the family loves what we moms make. That’s so great!
In the batter ingredients it says 1 tsp baking powder but in your video you say 2 tsp baking powder! Which one is it??
Hi Jenn, I recommend following the written recipe always.
This chicken is every bit as good as the comments had mentioned.
I didn’t have a pot thermometer so just winged it, still came out perfect 👌
Hi Marsha, good to know that you enjoyed this recipe! Thank you so much for your good comments and feedback.
Hi,Natasha. Thanks for sharing this recipe, sure looks very good. I want to make this tomorrow but i don’t have buttermilk can i use milk & mix it with heavy whipping cream?
Hi Olga, you can also make your own buttermilk at a ratio of 1 cup whole milk to 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice. Combine and let it sit 10 minutes to curdle then stir and use.
Thanks so much! Can’t wait to try it out looks so good, i think my husband and kids will like it.😊👍💐💖
You’re welcome, Olga! I hope they love it!
I used pork tenderloin medallions instead of chicken. Excellent!
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, Bev! Great idea! I know our readers will find this helpful!
Made this chicken for the Fourth. It was excellent!
Hi Sue, glad you loved it! Thanks for your great feedback and review.
Hi Natasha, i am 78 and have been cooking for68 years and this is the best chicken i have ever had. i made home made brioche rolls and served this as a sandwich. my husband went crazy, he totally loved it. I have made many of your recipes and have enjoyed everyone of them. Thank you my dear young lady.
Wow! Thank you so much for that wonderful feedback, Regina! I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe!
I followed the recipe to the letter and I must say, this chicken sandwich will make Popeye go back to sea and The Colonel will surrender! My wife said it’s the best chicken I’ve ever cooked.
Wow, that is awesome feedback! Thanks so much for sharing that with us, Rick.
How can we make that in air fryer???
Hi Mansi, I haven’t tested this in an air fryer, so you might have to experiment. Let me know how it goes.
I didn’t have hot sauce so I didn’t use any in the marinade. I did add a little bit of cayenne pepper in with the flour and spices. Also put this in a deep fryer. Probably the best chicken sandwich I’ve ever had. Saving this recipe, thanks!
Wow, so glad you liked it!
This was da bomb! After 30+ years of cooking for my fam sometimes you just need fresh ideas. I splurged for the thermometer so the oil would be the right temp. Followed directions precisely and they were perfect. Every member of my picky family loved and we had some leftover chick fil a sauce to top them with. *Note: I have electric oven so even with the temp I struggled to keep the oil between 340-350 while cooking the chicken BUT at least I was aware & had a bench mark. I can now totally see how using the wrong temp could make a huge difference in how they turned out. Thanks Natasha!
Hello Anita, you are very welcome. I’m glad that I saw your comments and feedback, thank you for sharing your experience in making this recipe Glad you liked it, and good to know that you learned some new ideas along the way too!
How do I convert this to an air fryer?
Hi Barbara, I haven’t tested this in an air fryer, so you might have to experiment. Let me know how it goes.
hi.
Can I use your images on my site? And give you backlinks.
Can you email me all the details at natasha@natashaskitchen.com
This is a great recipe!
Just a note though – in the actual ingredients and steps listed in the recipe – it doesn’t list the “double dip” step. Thankfully I had read through the post prior and saw it listed/explained there – but for those in a rush – they may miss this step (and therefore miss out on the goodness of the double dip:-))
Hi Mich, thank you so much for pointing that out. I have updated the recipe card to include the double-dip just before frying.
This recipe is wonderful! I needed a quick chicken recipe, so I didn’t have time for the marinade to sit on the chicken. But, this was so good anyway! I’ll definitely be making this recipe again ❤️.
Don’t you just like quick and easy recipes?! I’m so glad you enjoeyd this recipe!
AGAIN!
Yet another amazing recipe… so so delicious and my boys got tucked right in (they can be fussy as they both have autism)
Yum yum YUM
JESS X
That is the best when kids love what we parents make. That’s so great!
This chicken burger is amazing! My fussy 7 year old begs me to makes these all the time! Thanks for sharing all these greats recipes.
That is the best when kids love what we moms make. That’s so great!
This was by far the very best crispy chicken sandwich I’ve ever had!!! It was so delicious. Only thing I changed was that I didn’t add the hot sauce.
Yay, that makes me happy! Thanks for your wonderful review and feedback. I’m glad you enjoyed it!
Absolutely amazing! I’ve made them several times and they always come out perfect. The breading is fabulous. Thank you so much for sharing.
That’s just awesome! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review, Cheryl!
Great sandwich, we absolutely loved!
That’s so great, Marika!! I’m so happy you enjoyed it!
I Natasha I love this recipe so much but every time I make it the batter never sticks, so is there any thing you could recommend that I could do differently so that the batter doesn’t fall off.
Hi Sonya, it may have to do with the temperature of the oil – it might be too hot, or it could be due to overcooking. Also, make sure to let them dry on a rack or a plate and not on a paper towel which can cause the bottom to steam, soften, and sometimes separate from the chicken.
This looks delicious. Any suggestions for using an air fryer. Thanks
Hi Nancy, I haven’t tested this in an air fryer so you might have to experiment. Let me know how it goes.
Hi Natasha, these were fantastic, kids loved them (no photos sorry, kids couldn’t wait).
Would these work in an air fryer so they can be a bit healthier?
Thank you.
Elektra x
Hi Elktra, I’m so glad you all loved this recipe. I haven’t tested this in an air fryer so you might have to experiment. Let me know how it goes.
Hello,
I love your recipe and cook often with it. Yesterday I tried your chicken fried sandwich, when I put in flour and fried it my batter was coming off from the chicken. Can you give some tips so it won’t happen again. The taste was mind blowing ❤️
That’s so great! It sounds like you have a new favorite, Ashraf!
Hello 🙂 Ashraf, You need to follow the steps when coating the chicken. It’s a TWO step process. When you do that the batter will stay on the chicken. Hope that helps. Enjoy
Hi Natasha. My family loves this chicken sandwich recipe! I was wondering if you have made a similar recipe, but with bone in chicken parts? Every once in awhile we like fried chicken on the bone.
Hi Pat, I haven’t tried this recipe specifically for bone-in since it is created for boneless. There would need to be adjustments made. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe.
The same thing happens to me all the time. Don’t know what I’m doing wrong.
It is so good!! I used a toasted brioche bun.. it gives a buttery flavor. The chicken is tender and juicy inside and crispy outside!!
Sounds perfect! I’m sure it was delicious, thank you for your great review.
What are the ingredients for your fry sauce, please.
Hi Donna, you can find it in our Burger Recipe HERE. See the section titled: “The Best Burger Sauces:” I hope this is helpful!
Thank you…found it! Am making these tomorrow night for dinner. Can’t wait!!!!!!
I hope you love this recipe!
Also try mayo mixed with a bit of sriracha. It’s delicious with fish as well as chicken. I use it instead of tartar sauce. It’s much more tasty.
Thanks for the suggestion, Patricia. I’ll give try that next time.
We just finished making the Crispy Chicken sandwich. Haven’t had a chance to try it yet, but your instructions call for marinating 2-4 hours or overnight. Would you please comment on a recommended maximum marinade time? We really enjoy your recipes and have found some great ones!
Hi Harold, I would say 24 hours. I haven’t tested it beyond that.
My family loves this recipe!! Thanks Natasha!!
Awesome! Thank you for your great review, Ellen.
Super easy and came out great! I think I will add a little cayenne to the flour mixture for a little more flavor. It was very juicy. Will definitely make again!
Amazing!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
Can I just fry chicken by itself with other pieces of chicken?
Hi, yes that would work to use this breading for making fried chicken, but be sure to adjust cooking time and check for doneness with thicker pieces of chicken.
Recipe for Crispy Chicken Sandwich calls for 1 tsp baking powder. Your video says 2 tsp baking powder? Please confirm the proper amount. They look delicious for dinner tonight.
Hi Carol, I would recommend always following the recipe card as that can be updated while the video cannot be anymore. We sometimes update our recipe if we find a better ingredient or process.
Hi, already commented but seems to have disappeared?
I made these yesterday and were a hit with all the family, kids said you have to make these again.
My question is could they be cooked in an air fryer to make them a little bit healthier.
Thanks Natasha.
Elektra
Hello there, thank you for your great comments and feedback. I’m so glad you all loved this recipe. I haven’t tested this in an air fryer so you might have to experiment. Let me know how it goes.
I might eat fried foods 3 or 4 times per year. I was craving fried chicken, saw your recipe and tried it. I’m so glad I did…and my husband LOVED it! I soaked the chicken overnight in buttermilk. It was so tender when fried! The seasoning was perfect. Your recipes and videos are amazing!! Thank you!
Hello Naomi, I’m happy to read your comments and feedback. Thank you so much for sharing your good experience making this recipe!
Hi, can you bake this in oven or they have to be deep fried ?
Hi Jan, someone else shared this “Tried this recipe but baked in the oven. Tastes delicious! Husband wants to eat it everyday now!” I hope that helps.
Hey there,when you put your chicken in oil ,you have 2,3 minutes per side than flip ?Is that long enough for the chicken to cook through?
Hi Jan, yes, the chicken is thin enough, and it cooks through. Make sure your oil and pan are preheated. But as always, with chicken, use a thermometer to check for doneness.
thank you Natasha for the Recipe ,Wonderful I liked So much.
You’re very welcome!
I do not find the notes on your recipes.
Hi Anita, what notes are you looking for?
Hello Natasha,love your videos and have enjoyed Many of your recipes over the years. My question is, can this recipe be made without the breading if I just pan fry the chicken after marinating it? Thank you in advance
Hi Nancie, great to hear that you’re enjoying my videos and recipes. That would work I think but it wouldn’t have the same result anymore. Please share with us how it goes if you give that a try!
Thanks Natasha for this recipe! I really appreciated the tip about the brioche buns 🙂 I had never used them before and they truly paired well with this sandwhich!
I wish I could post a picture here 😔 I don’t do Facebook or use other social media platforms but would love to share our creations with you!
Thanks again for a great, restaurant quality meal idea thats light and simple to make.
Hello Natalya, you are very welcome. Thanks for your perfect rating and review, I’m glad you loved this recipe!
We loved this recipe!!! Marinated chicken overnight and so delish.
Hi Lena, I’m glad to hear that! Thanks for your great review and feedback.
Just cooked a batch for the fam. I doubled the cayenne & hot sauce to spice it up.. marinated for 3 hours..
These people were drooling at the mouth! Will come Baytown this recipe often!
Wow, that sounds wonderful! I’m glad that your family loved it. Thanks for sharing that with us, Juanita.
This is the very tastey burger! it taste resturant quality and even better. Esp if you add a slice of cheese and bacon! Mmmm, that bread is a must too.
That’s a very nice comment, thank you for your awesome feedback! We appreciate your review, Olga.
Made this today and it’s soooo delicious 😋!!! Definitely will make it again!
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review.
Hi Natasha,
Can you freeze the chicken and just put in the oven when you want to eat it?
Hi Viktoria, I haven’t tested that to advise. I worry the breading will get soggy when it defrosts unless you try cooking it from frozen. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe.
Hi!
Will you be having recipes using an Air Fryer? I hope so!
Hi Lynn, you can find our Air Fryer recipes HERE.
My sister and I made this recipe today. It was delicious! We actually made it, in a Dutch oven with vegetable oil. Our family loved it! We loved it as well. The sauce was so good! Thanks for the recipe Natasha!
Yum! That sounds lovely! Thank you for sharing that with me, Zoie!
Can you freeze either cooked or uncooked but prepared chicken breasts for use at another time?
Hi Lena, I haven’t tested that to advise. I worry the breading will get soggy when it defrosts unless you try cooking it from frozen. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe.
This recipe was spot on. Moist, juicy and everything in between. My family loved it
Love it! Thank you for your good feedback, Valerie.
I made it, it is so good and delicious but why sometimes the cover fall of the chicken?? Any tips !!!???
Thanks 😊 in advance
Hi Nada, it may have to do with the temperature of the oil – it might be too hot, or it could be due to overcooking. Also, make sure to let them dry on a rack or a plate and not on a paper towel which can cause the bottom to steam, soften, and sometimes separate from the chicken.
Omg… just made!! So good! I’m doing your broccoli and cheese soup next and shrimp tacos this week!! I wish I could upload my pics!!
Love it! I hope you love all the recipes that you will try. Feel free to share photos of your creation on our Facebook page or group.
YUM!!! Just made this tonight and only made 1 change, I used smoked paprika because I didn’t have any just plain paprika. I followed your instructions to perfection. It was soooooo yummy!!! I will be making this again & again & again. Thank you!
You’re welcome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Christine!
This Chicken Sandwich was amazing! I LOVED the marinade. My family gobbled these up so quickly.
Going to try the Air fryer next time and maybe do just tenders but seriously, so delicious. Thank you!
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review
I have a question: can you reheat this
Hi, I love reheating these in my air fryer, but a toaster oven would work great as well. You can also reheat on a non-stick skillet until warmed through.
This is the best chicken sandwich recipe ever. I love the crispiness and flavor. I like to pair it with a toasted bun, lettuce, tomatoes, onion and mustard. Thank you so much for this recipe
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for that wonderful feedback!
Hello Natasha
I want to make this but I have a problem
Can I use something else instead of hot sauce???
Hi Sheena, yes you can leave out the hot sauce and just add a little more salt. The hot sauce isn’t spicy in the finished fried chicken but does add great flavor.
Hi Natasha,
I made this recipe for our dinner… We loved everything about it, the chicken was so juicy, the coating was so tasty and crisp and just a super simple recipe to follow. I wish I had taken a photo be we gobbled it up. Thank yooooou
I’m glad you enjoyed this recipe for dinner! Thank you for your great comments and feedback, I appreciate it. No worries about the photo, you can share one next time.
Is there a recipe like this where you could use cooking spray and bake it?
Crispy Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Hi Bev, a bread crumb coating usually works better in the oven where this batter is better for frying.
Great sandwich! So crispy and the chicken was so juicy. I think next time I make this I’m going to double the hot sauce and add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture for a spicy chicken sandwich! Yummy stuff.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us, Teresa!
This was a hit in my household! It was really, really good and the chicken coating was so light and crispy. I love that it wasn’t too thick and overly crunchy like some fried chicken sandwiches. The chicken was also tender and juicy. Thank you for the awesome recipe! This one is a keeper!
I’m so happy you enjoyed that. Thank you for sharing that with us!
So delicious. The only problem i had and not even sure this is a vaild problem 😉 is the chicken is so juicy that it makes the crispy costing not so crispy pretty quick. Totally restaurant worthy!
Does the calories include the bun?
Hi Melissa, yes, everything in the ingredients list should be included in the nutrition label.
Hi Natasha, I haven’t made this chicken sandwich recipe yet. But my sister and I want to make your chicken sandwich recipe, bc it’s the best won we’ve see so far. But can you use an air fryer for this recipe? If so, how long would you have to cook, marinate, and what temperature would you preheat the air fryer to?
Hi Zoie, I’m so glad you love the recipe. I haven’t tested this in an air fryer so you might have to experiment. Let me know how it goes.
Zoie, did you try the air fryer?
Hi,
I am in the process of making this chicken sandwich and I notice that in the video you call for 2 tsp of baking powder. In the recipe you call for 1 tsp. Which am’t is correct?
Thanks,David
Hi David, I would recommend always following the recipe card as that can be updated while the video cannot be anymore. We sometimes update our recipe if we find a better ingredient or process.
Hey, mine wasn’t crispy even though I put the flour mixture.
Hi Angelina, I’m more than happy to troubleshoot. I recommend reading through the entire recipe post for tips and not making substitutions your first time around. Was a process or ingredient changes by chance?
My boys (all three) loves this chicken. So happy that I don’t have to make different items to please everyone! Thanks for all your wonderful recipes. Happy New Year to you and your Team. May God Bless you and all your loved ones.
That is the best when kids love what we parents make. That’s so great!
Wow. We won’t eat fastfood fried chicken sandwiches after trying these!! Hubby and I have been eating at home a lot more since Covid and your recipes have been our go-to…they simply all turn out and are so easy!! 💯💯
Thank you for trusting my recipes and for sharing some good feedback with us. It’s my pleasure to share these wonderful recipes!
My kids loved these chicken sandwiches. They are better than a restaurant‘s. Thank you!
That is the best when kids love what we moms make. That’s so great, Janae!
Oh man this is absolutely amazing 🙌 better than any crispy chicken sandwich I’ve ever had! Deep frying it is kind of a pita, but definitely worth the hassle once in a while!
Thanks for your awesome feedback, Lyuda. We appreciate it!
Hi, Natasha.. I love your recipes! Every single one I have tried have been hits in my household. I was wondering have you tried this in the air fryer? Thanks in advance!!
Hi Lexi, I’m so glad you’re enjoying our recipes! I have not personally tried it. But this same batter would not work properly in an air fryer. A bread crumb type of batter would work better, and you would want to spray it with cooking spray to get some color on it.
Hi Natasha,
I am trying to get a buttermilk and couldn’t find it here in the island is there any alternative that I can use or maybe I can use normal low fat milk thou.
Please advice thanks
Hi Mica, you can also make your own buttermilk at a ratio of 1 cup whole milk to 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice. Combine and let it sit 10 minutes to curdle then stir and use.
You can always make your own “buttermilk” by adding a tablespoon of lemon juice to a cup of regular milk (low fat or otherwise).
Absolutely delicious and so tender. My son even said thank you for dinner, it was yummy!
Awww that’s the best! Thank you so much for sharing that with me. I’m all smiles
This chicken was everything you want in a fried chicken! Tender and juicy inside, crispy on the outside. Delish!
Sounds like you found a new favorite Christine! That’s just awesome!
Can’t wait to try this but I have a related question…how do you dispose of your used oil and do you re-use your oil?
Hi Cindy, I strain it through a sieve and re-use it.
Natasha, this is the best chicken sandwich we ever ate!!!! My husband and my son loved it. It is their favorite it. Thank you for taking the time and posting recipes like this.
You’re welcome, Valeria! I’m so happy to hear that!
Wow Natasha!!! This chicken sandwich recipe is SO good! The mouth watering chicken and how crispy is so good. I love it and will definitely make it again. Thank you so much.
-Carol Brown-
You’re so welcome, Carol. So great to read your excellent comments and feedback!
I’m getting ready to make these tonight. ? Video you say 2tsp baking powder but the recipe shows 1 tsp of baking powder????
It is baking powder. Enjoy and hope you love it!
I had the same question. The video states 2 tsp but the recipe here states 1 tsp. This is on the menu for tonight. Super excited!
Hi Jill, I would follow the written recipe.
Hi Natasha, absolutely LOVE this recipe. I’ve made it 3 times since finding your recipe a couple of months ago. My family loves it. I plan on making chicken tenders using your recipe….any tips or advice regarding tenders instead of breasts. Frying time?
Hi Cari, the frying time would be faster using chicken tenders, but not by much since we do pound the chicken to a smaller thickness similar to the tenders.
Thanks yet again for an amazing recipe! I was totally craving a Arbys chicken bacon and Swiss sandwich. This worked amazingly with a homemade Honey mustard sauce. I love your recipes! You are truly talented with your recipes.
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for that great feedback and wonderful compliment!
Hello natasha , i tried this recipe today and the sandwish was soo good , so yummy , juicy and the flavor is . Its better than grand chicken special from Mcdonals
Thanks for the recipe
You’re welcome! I’m happy you enjoyed that!
Hi,
What is a good substitution for the buttermilk? I have a milk allergy.
Hi Bea, I haven’t tested anything else besides buttermilk – possibly making your own buttermilk with milk and lemon juice?
Hi Bea, I used Milk and White vinegar to make buttermilk.
So delicious.. I made it todaty and it was sooo good….with homemade buns. 😋😋
This was a simple and delicious recipe. Everyone in the family loved the chicken sandwiches. Could you put the recipe for the mayo-sauce you use as well? Thanks again is was AMAZING!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed this recipe Jamie!
I made the chicken as a main and it was probably the best chicken I have ever made – I could eat it every day!!!
Thank You!!
I’m so glad you enjoyed it!
I have made this chicken sandwich couple times now and it so delicious! Restaurant quality! And even better! My husband says that himself. Love it!
Yay so awesome! Thank you to you both for trying this recipe and for your great review!