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Crispy Dill Chicken Sandwich

A delicious homemade crispy chicken sandwich seasoned with dill, served on brioche buns with creamy dill mayo, fresh lettuce, and pickles. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 6-8 ounces each
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon dried dill weed
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt additional for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper additional for seasoning
  • 4 tablespoons butter melted, for toasting buns
  • Vegetable oil for frying about 4-6 cups
For the Dill Sauce
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh dill
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and pepper to taste
For Assembling
  • 4 pieces brioche buns split
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese or your favorite cheese
  • 1 cup shredded lettuce
  • ½ cup dill pickle chips

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, dill pickle juice, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Add the chicken breasts, coating them well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight if time allows).
  2. In another bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, dried dill weed, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
Cooking
  1. In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  2. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each breast in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure an even coating.
  3. Carefully place the breaded chicken into the hot oil. Fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). Remove from the oil and let drain on paper towels.
  4. While the chicken is cooling, mix the mayonnaise, chopped fresh dill, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. In another skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brioche buns, cut side down, and toast until golden brown.
Assembly
  1. Spread a generous amount of dill sauce on both sides of the toasted bun. Place a crispy chicken breast on the bottom bun, add a slice of cheddar cheese, top with shredded lettuce, and dill pickle chips. Cap it off with the top bun.

Notes

Tips: Don’t Rush the Marination to enhance flavor; maintain oil temperature to avoid soggy chicken; avoid overcrowding while frying.