Hot Honey Crispy Chicken Sandwiches with Slaw

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 ½ cups buttermilk
• 2 cups seasoned flour blend (for coating)
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• ½ cup honey
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 4 brioche buns
• 4 cups coleslaw mix
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps

1. 1 In a large bowl, submerge chicken breasts in buttermilk and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
2. 2 Prepare your seasoned flour blend with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. 3 Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. 4 Dredge each chicken breast in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess, and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
5. 5 While chicken cooks, whisk together honey, hot sauce, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Simmer gently until combined.
6. 6 Toast brioche buns until lightly golden.
7. 7 Mix mayonnaise and apple cider vinegar for the slaw dressing, then toss with coleslaw mix until evenly coated.
8. 8 Place a fried chicken breast on each bun, drizzle generously with hot honey sauce, and top with coleslaw.
9. 9 Serve immediately and enjoy the spicy-sweet explosion!

Equipment

• Large skillet
• Tongs
• Mixing bowls

Variations

• Substitute chicken with crispy tofu for a vegetarian version.

Substitutions

• If brioche buns are unavailable, use a sturdy sourdough or ciabatta.

Pairings

• Sweet potato fries
• Green salad

Nutrition

Tips

• For extra crispy chicken, double-dredge the chicken in flour after the buttermilk bath.
• Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper flakes to your spice tolerance.

Storage

Store sandwiches in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat in a toaster oven to maintain crispiness.

Freezing: Freezes well for up to 1 month. Thaw overnight in the fridge and reheat in a toaster oven.

Serving Suggestions

• Pair with sweet potato fries or a fresh green salad for a complete meal.

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