Angry Elk Hot Chicken Sandwich

Angry Elk Hot Chicken Sandwich

Jun 12, 2023Kelly Schexnaildre

Hi y'all, Kelly, the owner of Merfs hot sauce here. I absolutely love fried chicken; it's my go to at restaurants and I love making it at home. And I know there is absolutely nothing better than a spicy hot chicken sandwich. This one takes a little prep work, but it's easy to make. Brined in spicy buttermilk and finished with a hot chili oil, this sandwich is sure to make you scream with delight!

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups peanut oil for frying (should be an inch thick on the bottom of your pot)
  • 4 boneless skinless chicken thighs (pounded to evenness)
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • Mayonnaise
  • Butter Lettuce
  • Sandwich Pickles

Buttermilk Brine

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 tbsp Angry Elk Hot Sauce
  • 1/2 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1 egg

Flour Dredge

Hot Chicken Oil 

  • 1 cup avocado oil
  • 2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 tbsp Angry Elk Hot Sauce

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine buttermilk, Angry Elk Hot Sauce, dill pickle juice, and egg. Add chicken thighs and marinate in the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
Whisk together flour dredge ingredients in large bowl.
Dredge the chicken with the flour mixture, making sure each piece is evenly coated. 
Heat oil in a deep skillet until it reaches 325˚F (165˚C). Fry the chicken for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown. The thickest part of the chicken should register 165˚F (75˚C).
Generously spread the mayo mayo on both sides of the buns and add butter lettuce and pickles and the chicken. Serve immediately and enjoy!

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