🍔 Crispy Fried Chicken Burger (Restaurant-Style)

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🧾 Ingredients

For the Chicken

• 2 boneless chicken thighs (preferred for juiciness)

• 1 cup buttermilk (or milk + 1 tbsp lemon juice)

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp chili powder (optional)

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For the Coating

• 1 cup all-purpose flour

• 1/2 cup cornstarch

• 1 tsp baking powder (for extra crispiness)

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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For Frying

• Vegetable oil (for deep frying)

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For the Sauce (Creamy Spicy Honey Mustard Style)

• 3 tbsp mayonnaise

• 1 tbsp honey

• 1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or regular mustard)

• 1 tsp chili sauce or sriracha

• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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For Assembly

• 2 brioche buns (or sesame buns)

• Sesame seeds

• Fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)

• Pickles (optional but recommended)

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🔥 Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

• In a bowl, combine chicken with buttermilk and all seasonings

• Mix well and refrigerate for at least 2–4 hours (overnight is best)

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Step 2: Prepare the Coating

• Mix all coating ingredients in a bowl

• Remove chicken from marinade and coat thoroughly in the flour mixture

• Press gently to create a rough, craggy texture (this makes it extra crispy)

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Step 3: Fry the Chicken

• Heat oil to 170–175°C (340–350°F)

• Fry chicken for 6–8 minutes, depending on thickness

• Cook until golden brown and fully cooked inside

• Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil

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Step 4: Make the Sauce

• Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl

• Mix until smooth

• Chill for 10–15 minutes for better flavor blending

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Step 5: Assemble the Burger

1. Lightly toast the buns

2. Spread sauce on the bottom bun

3. Add the crispy fried chicken

4. Drizzle extra sauce on top (for that “dripping” effect)

5. Add herbs or pickles if desired

6. Cover with the top bun (sprinkle sesame seeds for presentation)

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💡 Pro Tips

• Extra crispy hack: Double fry the chicken (fry once, rest, then fry again briefly)

• Korean-style twist: Add gochujang + honey to the sauce

• Best bun choice: Brioche for a soft, slightly sweet balance

• Air fryer option: 180°C (350°F) for 15–18 minutes (less juicy than deep-fried)

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🔥 Final Result

You’ll get:

• Super crispy coating outside

• Juicy, tender chicken inside

• Rich, creamy, slightly spicy sauce dripping over the top