Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup butter
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 4 slices bacon, cooked
- 4 hamburger buns
Special equipment needed:
- Meat mallet
- Deep fryer or large pot for frying
- Baking sheet
- Wire rack
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the deep fryer or large pot of oil to 375°F.
2. Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap and pound them to an even thickness using a meat mallet.
3. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
4. In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
5. In a third shallow dish, place the panko breadcrumbs.
6. Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, then dip it in the beaten eggs, and finally coat it in the panko breadcrumbs.
7. Fry the chicken breasts in the hot oil for 6-8 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a wire rack set over a baking sheet.
8. In a small saucepan, combine the hot sauce, honey, and butter. Heat over medium heat until the butter is melted and the sauce is well combined.
9. To assemble the sandwiches, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on the bottom half of each hamburger bun. Top with a fried chicken breast, a slice of bacon, and a generous drizzle of the spicy honey sauce. Top with the other half of the bun.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Deep fryer or pot of oil: 375°F
Serving size:
- 4 sandwiches
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 800
- Fat: 38g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Protein: 47g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of boneless, skinless chicken breasts, you can use boneless, skinless chicken thighs or chicken tenders.
- Instead of pepper jack cheese, you can use cheddar, Swiss, or any other cheese you prefer.
- Instead of hot sauce, you can use buffalo sauce or any other spicy sauce you like.
- Instead of honey, you can use maple syrup or agave nectar.
Variations:
- For a milder version, reduce the amount of cayenne pepper in the flour mixture and the hot sauce.
- For a crunchier coating, double coat the chicken breasts by dipping them in the egg mixture and breadcrumbs twice.
- For a healthier version, bake the chicken breasts in the oven instead of frying them.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the chicken to ensure a crispy coating.
- Use a wire rack to drain the excess oil from the fried chicken and prevent it from getting soggy.
- To make the spicy honey sauce thicker, simmer it for a few minutes until it reduces and thickens.
Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the chicken, place it on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 10-15 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the sandwiches on a platter with a side of fries or onion rings.
- Garnish with chopped green onions, cilantro, or parsley.
Pairings:
- Serve with a cold beer or a glass of iced tea.
Suggested side dishes:
- French fries
- Onion rings
- Coleslaw
- Potato salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the coating falls off the chicken during frying, make sure the oil is hot enough and the chicken is well coated with the flour mixture, egg, and breadcrumbs.
- If the chicken is not cooked through, increase the frying time or finish cooking it in the oven.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure it is safe to eat.
- Use separate cutting boards and utensils for raw chicken and other ingredients to prevent cross-contamination.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before and after handling raw chicken.
Food history:
- The Double Down sandwich was originally introduced by KFC in 2010 and features two fried chicken fillets instead of buns.
Flavor profiles:
- Spicy, sweet, savory, crispy, and cheesy.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the sandwiches hot and fresh for the best flavor and texture.
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