Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich: Better Than Takeout

Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich is the best way to enjoy crispy, juicy chicken with tangy slaw and spicy mayo. After making this many times, I discovered the trick to the perfect crispy coating. Jump to Recipe or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Balsamic Roasted Garlic Mushrooms and Easy Grilled Asparagus with Tangy Tahini Lemon Sauce.

What You'll Need for Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich: Better Than Takeout

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• Vegetable oil, for frying
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Sriracha
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Optional: 4 hamburger buns
• Optional: 1 head lettuce, thinly sliced
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• Optional: 1/2 cup chopped green onions

How to Make Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich: Better Than Takeout

1. Step 1: In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and baking powder.
2. Step 2: Dip chicken breasts into buttermilk, then coat with flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Let sit for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and Sriracha. In another bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for slaw dressing. Toss sliced lettuce with dressing.
5. Step 5: Assemble sandwiches with crispy chicken, lettuce, cilantro, and green onions. Serve with spicy mayo on the side.

Storing & Reheating Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich: Better Than Takeout

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Prepare slaw and spicy mayo up to 1 day ahead. Cook chicken just before serving.

Freezing Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich: Better Than Takeout

Freeze cooked chicken for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the oven for 5 minutes.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Pounding chicken breasts to an even thickness ensures even cooking.
• Best substitution: Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for more flavor and juiciness.
• Make-ahead: Prepare slaw and spicy mayo up to 1 day ahead. Cook chicken just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved easily.
• Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, try increasing the heat or cooking for a shorter time on each side.

Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich: Better Than Takeout

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

20 mins

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Total

35 mins

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Serves

4 servings

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Diet

Gluten-free

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp baking powder
• Vegetable oil, for frying

Seasonings

• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1/4 cup Sriracha
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• 1 clove garlic, minced

Optional Toppings

• 4 hamburger buns
• 1 head lettuce, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
• 1/2 cup chopped green onions

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a shallow dish, combine flour, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and baking powder.
2. Step 2: Dip chicken breasts into buttermilk, then coat with flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Let sit for 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
4. Step 4: In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and Sriracha. In another bowl, whisk together vinegar, sugar, vegetable oil, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for slaw dressing. Toss sliced lettuce with dressing.
5. Step 5: Assemble sandwiches with crispy chicken, lettuce, cilantro, and green onions. Serve with spicy mayo on the side.

Notes

• Chef tip: Pounding chicken breasts to an even thickness ensures even cooking.
• Best substitution: Use chicken thighs instead of breasts for more flavor and juiciness.
• Make-ahead: Prepare slaw and spicy mayo up to 1 day ahead. Cook chicken just before serving.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled or halved easily.
• Troubleshooting: If chicken is not crispy, try increasing the heat or cooking for a shorter time on each side.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freezer: Freeze cooked chicken for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 1-2 minutes, then crisp in the oven for 5 minutes.
• Make ahead: Prepare slaw and spicy mayo up to 1 day ahead. Cook chicken just before serving.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 620
• Protein: 45g
• Fat: 32g
• Carbs: 45g
• Fiber: 3g
• Sugar: 10g
• Sodium: 1600mg
• Cholesterol: 120mg
• Sat. Fat: 7g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Thai Fried Chicken Sandwich: Better Than Takeout and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!