Honey Kissed Crispy Chicken Sandwich

This Crispy Chicken Sandwich will beat any fast food restaurant! Juicy, crispy chicken drizzled with honey for a touch of sweetness.

Oh. My. Word. You guys. These Crispy Chicken Sandwiches are awesome. They are better than any fast food fried chicken sandwich you can get. The chicken breast is tender and juicy on the inside but it has a crispy crunchy crust. 

And while the chicken is the star of the show, when it comes to making a chicken sandwich, the toppings are important to. Crisp lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, mayonnaise and (my favorite part) a drizzle of sweet honey which gives this sandwich a delectable sweet n’ salty flavor that you are going to love. 

Let’s talk about what you’re going to need to make it: 

Crispy Chicken Sandwich Ingredients: 

CHICKEN BREASTS: Because this is a sandwich, you’re going to need boneless, skinless chicken in this recipe. I use boneless skinless chicken breasts. You can use chicken thighs but make sure they are well trimmed of fat. 

BUTTERMILK/HOT SAUCE/EGG: The chicken is brined in a buttermilk/hot sauce/egg mixture. This will help tenderize the chicken. 

SEASONING SALT: I use Johnny’s Seasoning Salt pretty frequently in my kitchen. It is a great all purpose seasoning blend. You can use your favorite. You’ll use it in both the marinade and the crust. 

FLOUR: To coat the chicken. 

BAKING POWDER: Baking powder helps create that craggy crust that we all love on fried chicken. It works by helping to draw out the moisture so it evaporates while cooking. 

OIL: Use canola, vegetable, or peanut oil for frying. They all have a higher smoke point and are more cost effective than other oils. Do not use olive oil. 

KAISER ROLLS: Kaiser rolls are a bit heartier than hamburger buns and I think they hold up better and don’t get soggy like a hamburger bun might get. 

MAYONNAISE/LETTUCE/TOMATO/ONION

HONEY: This might be my favorite ingredient for this crispy chicken sandwich. A simple drizzle of honey takes this sandwich to the next level. 

Step by Step Photos an Instructions: 

Please note that there is a little planning ahead required when making this recipe. The chicken needs to marinate in the buttermilk mixture for at least 2 hours.

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• Step #1: Place the chicken in a plastic bag and pound to 1/4 inch thickness. You can use the smooth side of a meat mallet or a rolling pin.
• Step #2: Make the buttermilk marinade by whisking buttermilk, egg, seasoning salt and hot sauce in a bowl. Place chicken breasts into bowl, turn chicken to coat completely. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. 
• Step #3: After chicken as marinated, whisk together flour, baking powder and remaining seasoning salt in a shallow dish. Coat chicken on both sides and let set for 15 minutes. 
• Step #4 Heat 1/2 inch of oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350 degrees F. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Chicken is cooked through when it reaches a temperature of 165 degrees F. Depending on the size of the chicken breasts, this should take 5 – 6 minutes per side. 
• Step #5: Assemble the sandwiches. Toast the kaiser rolls. Spread mayonnaise on both sides of the buns. Place lettuce on bottom of the roll. Top with chicken breast and drizzle with honey. Top with red onion, tomatoes and top of bun. Serve immediately. 

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Note: This recipe was originally posted in 2009. Updated in 2023 with new photos, step by step photos and nutrition information.