Description
Crispy Cajun spiced chicken breast topped with homemade garlic aioli, lettuce, tomato and pickle on a toasted brioche bun. A perfect lunch or dinner recipe that’s easy to make and full of flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 brioche buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes (optional)
- Pickles (optional)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- 2. Prepare the Coating: In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- 3. Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to ensure it’s fully coated.
- 4. Fry the Chicken: Pour about 1/2 inch of vegetable oil into a large skillet. Heat over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully place chicken breasts in the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.
- 5. Cook the Chicken: Fry for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- 6. Make the Garlic Aioli: While chicken is frying, prepare the aioli. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
- 7. Assemble the Sandwiches: Spread garlic aioli on both halves of the brioche buns. Place lettuce on the bottom bun, followed by the crispy Cajun chicken. Add sliced tomatoes and pickles, if desired. Top with the other half of the bun.
- 8. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your delicious, homemade Cajun Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Garlic Aioli!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: cajun chicken sandwich, crispy chicken sandwich, garlic aioli