Golden Balance's Honey Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

Imagine the ultimate comfort food—a crispy, spicy honey buffalo chicken sandwich that's been balanced with the creaminess of blue cheese and the tangy contrast of pickled jalapeños, all together in a single delicious bite. This delectable recipe for Honey Buffalo Chicken Sandwich comes straight from The Golden Balance's kitchen, brought to life in your very own home. Let's roll up our sleeves and get started on this masterpiece!

Ingredients:

- 4 boneless chicken thighs, trimmed and cleaned

- 1 cup buttermilk, divided for marinating

- Hot sauce to taste (for marinating chicken and onions)

- Salt, to taste

- Pepper, to taste

- Garlic powder, to taste

- Paprika, to taste

- Cayenne pepper, to taste

- 1 large yellow onion, sliced into rings

- 1 cup all-purpose flour

- 1/3 cup potato starch

- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder

- Oil, for frying (set to 360°F/182°C)

- 2 tablespoons butter

- 1/4 cup favorite hot sauce

- 2 tablespoons hot honey

- 4 burger buns, toasted

- Blue cheese or Ranch dressing, for spreading

- Pickled jalapeños, for garnish

- Slices of jalapeño pepper jack cheese

- Air-fryer or oven, for "frying" onions

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Prep Time: 30 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Total Time: 45 minutes

Servings: 4 sandwiches

Equipment: Air-fryer (optional), deep skillet or fryer.

Instructions:

1. Prep the Chicken:

- Lay your chicken thighs out and butterfly any thick parts to ensure even cooking.

- In a bowl, combine the chicken with 1/2 cup of buttermilk, a generous splash of hot sauce, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

- Massage the marinade into the chicken until well-coated and set aside while you prepare other components.

2. Marinate the Onions:

- Place the onion rings in another bowl and cover with the remaining buttermilk and a bit more hot sauce. Stir to ensure all rings are coated, then set aside.

3. Prepare the Dry Batter:

- In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, potato starch, baking powder, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.

4. Dredge and Cook the Chicken:

- Remove a chicken thigh from the marinade, and press it into the dry batter until fully coated, letting it sit in the mixture for a couple of minutes.

- Fry the chicken in preheated oil at 360°F/182°C for 5-8 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

5. Make the Sauce:

- While chicken is frying, melt butter in a small saucepan, then add your favorite hot sauce.

- Once combined, turn off the heat and stir in the hot honey. Keep the sauce warm.

6. Make Crispy Onions:

- Toss the marinated onion rings in the dry batter until well-coated.

- If using an air fryer, place the coated onions in the basket and air-fry until crispy (follow manufacturer's guidelines for timing and temperature). Alternatively, you can fry them in the oil.

7. Assemble the Sandwich:

- Submerge the cooked chicken patty into the prepared sauce, coating each side.

- Place a slice of jalapeño pepper jack cheese on the bottom half of the toasted bun.

- Add some Ranch or blue cheese dressing to the bun, followed by pickled jalapeños.

- Layer the saucy chicken patty, then the crispy onions on top.

- Close with the top bun and serve immediately with your desired sides.

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This signature sandwich recipe is a gift from the kitchen of The Golden Balance, tailored to excite the taste buds and bring joy to your dining table. For more incredible recipes, join the community at https://www.youtube.com/@thegoldenbalance

Cooking Tips:

- Allowing the chicken and onions to sit in the buttermilk mixture will tenderize them, resulting in a juicier bite.

- Don’t crowd the frying pan to prevent the oil temperature from dropping; cook in batches if necessary.

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Honey Buffalo Chicken Sandwich