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Real Fast Food: Spicy Chicken Sandwiches
Spicy chicken sandwiches are popping up everywhere nowadays. Which, is a good thing for my tweenaged son. He craves them like a Cullen craves a camping trip.
Though most fast food spicy chicken sandwiches are cheap eats–usually priced less than two bucks–I shudder to think of the meat quality, preservatives, and unhealthy oils used in the preparation of this ‘meal.’ So, the tweenager and I set to work last week, attempting to recreate his favorite spicy flavor in a more healthful way. Would you believe it only took ten minutes to achieve a flavor that had him head over heels, using all-natural chicken breast, and a handful of everyday spices? It’s true! This recipe is ridiculously easy and ridiculously delicious. It’s one spicy chicken sandwich that we can afford to put into our menu, schedule, and bodies.
Homemade Spicy Chicken Sandwich Recipe
2 tsp. paprika
1 tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. onion salt
1 tsp. celery salt
1 tsp. sugar
1/3 c. cornstarch
2 eggs, well beaten
2 chicken breasts, sliced halfwise to create 4 pieces
1 c. light olive oil or canola oil for frying
In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium high heat. While the oil is heating, combine cornstarch and all other spices in a shallow dish, stirring together until well mixed. Pour well beaten eggs into a second shallow dish. Coat chicken pieces thoroughly with the cornstarch/spice mixture. Dip both sides into the egg mixture, then transfer immediately to hot oil and pan fry on both sides until cooked through (about 2-3 minutes per side). Remove from oil, placing cooked chicken on a paper towel momentarily to drain excess oil from the sandwich. Serve on hamburger buns with mayonnaise and lettuce. Enjoy!
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mangiabella commented on Jul 27 10 at 6:21 pmwhat a fantabulous alternative
Katie commented on Jul 28 10 at 11:25 amThis sounds great! The directions are a little confusing though… It says to coat chicken in cornstarch mixture, then dip in cornstarch (which I’m assuming is really meant to be egg). So is it cornstarch-egg-fry, or cornstarch-egg-cornstarch again-fry? Sorry, I will screw it up if I don’t have exact insturctions. lol
leah commented on Jul 28 10 at 5:18 pmI’m confused – cornstarch/spice then egg? (text says cornstarch/spice then cornstarch…) Won’t the egg spatter too much in hot oil?
Brooke commented on Jul 28 10 at 7:13 pmThanks for your eagle eye, Jamie! Yes! You dip the chicken in the cornstarch mixture first…and THEN the egg mixture. Doing so creates a tempura-like crust. It doesn’t splatter in the oil at all, but cooks up light and crispy. Enjoy!
Memoria commented on Jul 28 10 at 7:36 pmOh, I would love one or two or these sandwiches right now. YUM!
Rick Stedman commented on Jul 29 10 at 10:35 amSuch a nice way to nourish your family.
Sarah commented on Aug 09 10 at 3:23 pmAny suggestions on a side dish? I’m trying this recipe tonight!
Brooke commented on Aug 09 10 at 7:37 pmSarah- Side dish suggestions for sure! For something snappy, serve it with some sliced apples, sprinkled with a touch of cinnamon sugar. If you have time, make these Baked Sweet Potato Fries (AMAZING!) http://blogs.babble.com/family-kitchen/2010/07/26/sassy-sweet-potato-fries/
Sarah commented on Aug 09 10 at 10:07 pmIt was delicious and we will definitely have it again! Thank you!
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