Spicy Chicken Sandwich with Aioli
Ingredients
- For the Spicy Chicken
- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Salt to taste
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- Oil for cooking
- For the Aioli
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt to taste
- For Assembly
- 4 sandwich buns or brioche rolls
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Pickles, optional
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken : Soak chicken in spiced buttermilk to tenderize and flavor it.
- Prepare the Aioli : Mix mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.
- Coat and Cook the Chicken : Lightly dredge chicken in flour and cook until golden and crisp.
- Toast the Buns : Lightly toast to add texture and prevent sogginess.
- Assemble the Sandwich : Layer aioli, chicken, and toppings on the buns.