Description
This Buffalo Ranch Coleslaw Topped Chicken Sandwich features crispy fried chicken breasts marinated in buttermilk, coated with a flavorful seasoned flour, and topped with a tangy buffalo ranch coleslaw. Perfectly toasted buns add the ideal base for this spicy, creamy, and crunchy sandwich that brings together classic Southern comfort and bold buffalo flavors in just 35 minutes.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- 4 sandwich buns
For the Buffalo Ranch Coleslaw:
- 2 cups shredded cabbage
- 1/2 cup shredded carrots
- 1/4 cup ranch dressing
- 2 tablespoons buffalo sauce (more if desired)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Sliced pickles
- Lettuce or tomato slices
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts in a bowl and cover them with buttermilk. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes to tenderize the meat and add moisture.
- Mix the Flour Coating: In a separate dish, combine the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful breading mixture for the chicken.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a skillet and heat over medium heat until shimmering and ready for frying.
- Fry the Chicken: Remove the chicken breasts from the buttermilk, dredge them thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture. Fry each breast in the hot oil for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked through. Drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Prepare the Buffalo Ranch Coleslaw: In a bowl, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrots, ranch dressing, buffalo sauce, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Mix well and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Toast the Buns: Lightly toast the sandwich buns until golden and slightly crisp for added texture.
- Assemble the Sandwiches: Place each crispy fried chicken breast on the bottom half of a bun, top generously with the buffalo ranch coleslaw, and add any desired optional toppings such as sliced pickles, lettuce, or tomato slices.
- Serve: Close the sandwich with the top bun and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of spicy, creamy, and crunchy flavors.
Notes
- Marinating the chicken in buttermilk is essential to ensure a tender and juicy texture.
- Adjust the amount of buffalo sauce in the coleslaw to match your preferred spice level.
- For a crispier chicken, double dredge by dipping the chicken back into the buttermilk and flour mixture before frying.
- Use a thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F for food safety.
- Optional toppings like pickles, lettuce, or tomato add extra freshness and texture.
