Say goodbye to your favorite drive-thru.
To paraphrase a saying: “Anything they can do we can do better.”
That goes for these crispy, juicy fried chicken sandwiches.
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A kitchen thermometer is hands-down the most essential kitchen utensil you could own.
If the oil temperature drops between batches, let it rise again before adding your next round of thighs.
These Test Kitchen tips will help you make the best chicken possiblewithout a huge mess.
Storing Leftover Fried Chicken Sandwiches
Store all components separately to avoid soggy sandwiches.
Refrigerate leftover fried chicken in an airtight container for up to four days.
Reheat in a hot oven or air fryer until crisp and hot throughout.
Assemble sandwiches fresh before serving.
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Serve these up for lunch or dinnerjust for the family or tripled for a crowd.
Seal and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to overnight.
Heat over medium until a thermometer registers 350F.
Remove chicken from buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip off.
Place chicken in flour mixture, turning to coat.
Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
Build sandwiches:
Spread mayonnaise on each bun.
Add fried chicken and lettuce.
you could also make a thinner version of buttermilk using whole milk and vinegar or lemon juice.
