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Crispy Cajun Chicken Sandwich
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Crispy Cajun Chicken Sandwich

35 minServes 2Nutri-Score D€€
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what you need

Ingredients

2 people
  • chicken breast (halved horizontally into thin cutlets)Meat400 g
  • cajun seasoningSpices20 g
  • flourPantry80 g
  • eggs (beaten)Dairy2 pieces
  • panko breadcrumbsBakery100 g
  • vegetable oil (for frying)Pantry500 ml
  • brioche buns (split)Bakery2 pieces
  • mayonnaisePantry60 g
  • lettuce (shredded)Produce40 g
  • tomato (sliced)Produce1 piece
  • pickles (sliced)Produce40 g

per serving

Nutrition

898kcal

Carbs
65 g
Proteins
53 g
Fat
48 g
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what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl ×3
  • Tongs
  • Cooling rack

step by step

Method

  1. Season the chicken

    • Pat the chicken cutlets dry and season generously with the cajun seasoning on both sides.
    Step 1
  2. Set up the breading station

    • Place the flour in one bowl, the beaten eggs in a second and the panko breadcrumbs in a third.
    • Coat each cutlet in flour, then egg, then press firmly into the panko.
    Step 2
  3. Fry the chicken

    • Heat the oil in a frying pan to about 175 °C.
    • Fry the breaded cutlets until deep golden and cooked through, turning once.
    • Drain on a cooling rack.
    Step 3
  4. Toast the buns

    • Toast the split brioche buns cut-side down in a dry pan until golden.
    Step 4
  5. Assemble the sandwiches

    • Spread mayonnaise on the bun halves.
    • Layer lettuce, tomato, the crispy chicken and pickles, then close the buns.
    Step 5