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Cajun Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Garlic Aioli served on a plate

Cajun Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Garlic Aioli

Enjoy a juicy, flavorful Cajun crispy chicken sandwich topped with creamy garlic aioli and served on soft brioche buns.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk Can be substituted with milk mixed with a splash of vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying
For the Garlic Aioli
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Assembly
  • 4 pieces brioche buns
  • Leafy romaine lettuce
  • Sliced tomatoes

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a bowl, combine buttermilk and Cajun seasoning. Add chicken breasts, cover, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper well.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat (aim for about 350°F).
  2. Remove chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring even coverage.
  3. Carefully place chicken in the hot oil and fry for 5-7 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
  4. Once chicken is cooked, drain on paper towels and let rest for a few minutes.
Making the Aioli
  1. While chicken fries, prepare the garlic aioli by mixing mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Assembly
  1. To assemble, spread garlic aioli on the bottom half of each brioche bun. Add lettuce, a slice of tomato, and the crispy chicken. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.

Notes

This sandwich is best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for about 3 days. You can freeze the fried chicken for up to 3 months.