Buffalo Chicken Sandwich
The Buffalo Chicken Sandwich is a bold, spicy, and crispy sandwich made with tender chicken coated in classic buffalo sauce, layered with fresh lettuce and creamy dressing. Perfect for lunch, dinner, or game day, this sandwich delivers restaurant-style flavor at home with simple ingredients.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup buttermilk (or milk)
- Oil for frying
For the Buffalo Sauce
- ⅓ cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
For Assembling
- 2 sandwich buns (brioche preferred)
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices (optional)
- Ranch or blue cheese dressing
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts in half lengthwise to make thin cutlets.
- In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Dip chicken into buttermilk, then coat evenly with the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked.
- In a separate bowl, mix hot sauce, melted butter, and honey to make buffalo sauce.
- Toss fried chicken in buffalo sauce until fully coated.
- Toast the sandwich buns lightly.
- Assemble by placing lettuce, buffalo chicken, tomato, and dressing on the bun.
- Serve hot and enjoy.
Notes
- You can air-fry or bake the chicken for a healthier option.
- Adjust spice level by adding more or less hot sauce.
- Brioche buns add extra softness and flavor.
Nutrition Information (Per Serving – Approximate)
- Calories: 620 kcal
- Protein: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Sodium: 980mg