Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 slices of tomato
- 4 slices of red onion
Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan
- Mixing bowl
- Tongs
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3. Cut chicken breasts in half horizontally to create four thin pieces.
4. Coat chicken in flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
5. Grill chicken for 5-6 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
6. In a separate mixing bowl, combine hot sauce and melted butter.
7. Dip each piece of chicken in the hot sauce mixture, making sure it is fully coated.
8. Toast hamburger buns on the grill for 1-2 minutes.
9. Assemble sandwiches by placing a lettuce leaf, slice of tomato, and slice of red onion on the bottom bun.
10. Add a piece of buffalo chicken on top of the vegetables.
11. Top with the other half of the bun.
12. Serve immediately.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 12 minutes
Temperature:
Grill or grill pan: medium-high heat
Serving size:
4 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 400
Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Cholesterol: 90mg
Sodium: 1600mg
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 4g
Protein: 30g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Chicken breasts can be substituted with chicken thighs or tenders.
- Hot sauce can be substituted with buffalo sauce or barbecue sauce.
- Hamburger buns can be substituted with ciabatta rolls or sourdough bread.
Variations:
- Add blue cheese crumbles on top of the chicken for a classic buffalo chicken sandwich.
- Make a buffalo chicken wrap by wrapping the chicken and vegetables in a tortilla.
- Use a brioche bun for a softer texture.
Tips and tricks:
- Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness for even cooking.
- Use tongs to dip the chicken in the hot sauce mixture to avoid getting your hands messy.
- Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your desired level of spiciness.
Storage instructions:
Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat chicken in the microwave or oven until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Serve sandwiches on a platter with a side of celery and carrot sticks.
Garnishes:
Garnish sandwiches with chopped green onions or parsley.
Pairings:
Pair sandwiches with a side of sweet potato fries or coleslaw.
Suggested side dishes:
Sweet potato fries, coleslaw, potato salad, or macaroni and cheese.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the chicken is sticking to the grill, make sure it is fully cooked on one side before flipping.
- If the chicken is not crispy enough, increase the cooking time on each side.
Food safety advice:
Make sure chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to avoid foodborne illness.
Food history:
Buffalo chicken sandwiches originated in Buffalo, New York in the 1960s.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, spicy, tangy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve sandwiches with a cold beer or soda.
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