Southern Style Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe
A southern-style buttermilk fried chicken sandwich offers a sweet, buttery, and crisp fast-food-inspired flavor.
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Instructions
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Brine chicken breasts in a sealed bag with buttermilk and pickle juice; refrigerate for 24 to 48 hours.
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Heat oil in a deep pan to 350-360 F.
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Combine sifted flour, salt, and confectioners' sugar in a shallow dish.
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Remove chicken from brine, drain excess, then coat lightly with the flour mixture.
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Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown and fully cooked.
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Rest fried chicken on a paper towel and sprinkle with salt.
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Meanwhile, toast potato bun interiors in a skillet with butter until golden.
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Assemble sandwiches by placing the fried chicken on toasted buns and topping with pickles; serve immediately.