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Fried Chicken Sandwiches with Slaw and Spicy Mayo

Crispy Fried Chicken Sandwiches with Slaw and Spicy Mayo Bliss

Enjoy these Fried Chicken Sandwiches with Slaw and Spicy Mayo, perfect for comfort and flavor.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken for maximum flavor and moisture
  • 2 cups buttermilk or substitute with milk and vinegar
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour can use gluten-free blend
  • to taste pepper adjust to elevate overall flavor
  • to taste salt adjust to elevate overall flavor
For Frying
  • 1 inch vegetable oil for frying
For the Bread
  • 4 rolls brioche or potato rolls for the sandwich
For the Slaw
  • 2 cups cabbage thinly sliced
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 medium jalapeño cored and chopped
  • 1 cup pickles sliced
  • 1/4 cup pickle juice key for flavoring the slaw
For the Spicy Mayo
  • 1 cup mayonnaise use your favorite brand
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons hot pepper sauce adjust for heat

Equipment

  • Medium Bowl
  • large mixing bowl
  • Skillet
  • wire rack
  • thermometer

Method
 

Prepare Spicy Mayo
  1. In a medium bowl, combine 1 cup of mayonnaise with 2 cloves of minced garlic and 2 tablespoons of hot pepper sauce. Stir until smooth and well-blended.
  2. Taste and adjust the heat level to your preference by adding more hot sauce if desired. Once mixed, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
Make Slaw
  1. In a large mixing bowl, toss together 2 cups of thinly sliced cabbage, 1 sliced onion, 1 chopped jalapeño, and 1 cup of sliced pickles.
  2. Pour in 1/4 cup of pickle juice and mix thoroughly to combine and coat the vegetables. Let the slaw sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes.
Coat Chicken
  1. In one bowl, whisk together 1 cup of all-purpose flour, salt, and black pepper to taste.
  2. In a separate bowl, pour in 2 cups of buttermilk or substitute with milk mixed with vinegar.
  3. Take each piece of chicken, first dredging it in the flour mixture, then dipping it into the buttermilk, and finally coating it again with flour.
Fry Chicken
  1. Place a large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil, ensuring about 1 inch depth.
  2. Heat the oil to 350°F and carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying them for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Once cooked, transfer the fried chicken to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
Toast Rolls
  1. In a separate skillet, melt a tablespoon of butter over medium heat.
  2. Once melted, add the sandwich rolls cut side down and toast for approximately 2-3 minutes until golden and crispy.
Assemble Sandwiches
  1. Spread a generous amount of the spicy mayo on the bottom of each toasted roll.
  2. Layer with the crispy fried chicken, followed by a scoop of the chilled cabbage slaw on top.
  3. Place the top half of the roll and press gently to secure all the delicious ingredients together.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftover fried chicken sandwiches in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze fried chicken without the bread and slaw for up to 2 months.

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