Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

This buffalo chicken sandwich features crispy, golden chicken tossed in a tangy, slightly sweet buffalo sauce, layered with fresh toppings and a creamy blue cheese spread on a toasted bun for the perfect balance of heat and flavor.

Print Pin

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: American

Prep Time: 20

Cook Time: 10

Marinating Time: 30

Total Time: 1

Servings: sandwiches

Calories: 620kcal

Author: Chloe White

Cost: $5

Equipment

Mixing bowls
deep skillet or pot
tongs
thermometer
paper towels

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tbsp onion powder
2 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
vegetable oil for frying
1/2 cup buffalo sauce
2 tbsp butter, melted
1 tbsp honey
4 brioche buns
4 leaves green leaf lettuce
1 tomato, sliced
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup blue cheese dressing or ranch
1/4 cup sour cream
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 tbsp lemon juice
1/2 tsp garlic powder (for spread)
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Pound chicken breasts to even thickness and marinate in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Dredge chicken in flour, dip in egg wash if using, then dredge again in flour for a double coating.
Heat oil to 350°F and fry chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
Mix buffalo sauce with melted butter and honey in a bowl.
Toss cooked chicken in buffalo sauce until evenly coated.
In a bowl, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, blue cheese, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper to make the spread.
Toast brioche buns lightly.
Spread blue cheese mixture on the bottom bun, add lettuce, then buffalo chicken, tomato, and red onion.
Top with the remaining bun and serve immediately.

Notes

Marinate chicken for at least 30 minutes for best tenderness. Double dredging ensures extra crispiness. For a lighter version, bake or air fry instead of frying. Assemble just before serving to keep the sandwich crisp.

Nutrition