This hot honey chicken sandwich is crunchy, spicy, buttery, and incredibly satisfying—everything you want in a comfort food classic. If you love crispy fried chicken with a kick of heat and a touch of sweetness, try this hot honey chicken sandwich!
Start by setting up your deep fryer or a heavy-bottomed pot with enough oil to fully submerge the chicken. Heat it to 350°F (175°C). While the oil heats up, marinate the chicken thighs with SPG and Q Lab Hot Honey rub, making sure each piece is well coated. We recommend using chicken thighs instead of breasts, to keep your fried chicken juicy and flavorful without the need for extra pounding.
Prepare two dredging stations. In a shallow roasting pan, mix the flour with a generous amount of SPG and Kickin’ Cajun seasoning. In another bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Dredge the marinated chicken first in the seasoned flour, then in the egg wash, and back in the flour to build a thick, crispy coating.
Carefully lower the breaded chicken into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the fryer. Fry in batches if necessary to keep the oil temperature stable. Cook until the coating is deep golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C), which should take about 6–8 minutes depending on thickness. Use a thermometer probe if the chicken thighs are on the thicker side.
While the chicken is frying, prepare the sandwich toppings. Spread a layer of mayo on the top bun and add a few pickle slices. In a small bowl, cube up the room-temperature butter and mix it with the Nashville Hot Wing seasoning to create a spicy compound butter. This will be the final touch that brings everything together.
Once the chicken is done frying, immediately toss it in the seasoned compound butter. The heat from the chicken will melt the butter, coating each piece in a rich, spicy glaze that enhances the crispy texture.
Now, assemble your sandwich. Place the fried chicken on the bottom bun, top it with the mayo-covered lid, and enjoy!
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