French Toast Fried Chicken Sandwich: The Ultimate Sweet and Savory Brunch

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French Toast Fried Chicken Sandwich: The Ultimate Sweet and Savory Brunch

This French Toast Fried Chicken Sandwich features crispy buttermilk fried chicken thighs sandwiched between thick, caramelized brioche French toast, finished with an amber maple syrup drizzle and a fine dusting of powdered sugar for the ultimate brunch.

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Prep Time 25

Cook Time 20

Total Time 45

Servings: 4 sandwiches

Course: Breakfast, Brunch, Lunch

Cuisine: American

Calories: 850

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Fried Chicken Components

4 large Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs Trimmed
2 cups (480ml) Buttermilk For brining
1.5 cups (190g) All-Purpose Flour
0.5 cup (64g) Cornstarch For extra crunch

French Toast & Garnish

8 slices Brioche Bread 1-inch thick
3 large Eggs
0.5 cup (120ml) Heavy Cream
1 tbsp (8g) Powdered Sugar For dusting
0.25 cup (60ml) Maple Syrup Amber grade

Equipment

1 Cast Iron Skillet For frying chicken
1 Non-stick Griddle For French toast
1 Wire Cooling Rack To keep chicken crispy

Method

Preparation and Cooking

Submerge chicken thighs in buttermilk and salt for at least 4 hours.
Coat chicken in seasoned flour/cornstarch mixture and fry at 350°F (175°C) until deep golden brown and craggy.
Whisk eggs, cream, vanilla, and cinnamon. Dip brioche slices for 20 seconds per side.
Cook bread in buttered skillet until caramelized edges form. Assemble sandwich with fried chicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 850kcalProtein: 38gFat: 42gFiber: 3g

Notes

Ensure oil is at 350°F before adding chicken to prevent greasiness.
Don't stack the sandwiches until ready to serve to maintain the powdered sugar dusting.

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