If you are craving a crispy, crave worthy sandwich that feels restaurant level but is completely doable at home, this buffalo fried chicken sandwich recipe is it. This is the exact sandwich I make when I want something comforting, indulgent, and satisfying without overcomplicating dinner. The chicken is fried until golden and crunchy, then tossed while hot in Primal Kitchen Hot Buffalo Sauce, which gives it that tangy, buttery buffalo flavor without feeling heavy. Layer it on a toasted brioche bun with your favorite toppings and you have a sandwich that absolutely delivers.
This buffalo fried chicken sandwich recipe is a go to in the #sojohome, the kind of meal we crave no matter the season, comforting in the winter and just as satisfying in the summer.
Buffalo Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Serves: 8
Prep Time: 20 minutes, plus marinating time
Cook Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients You’ll Need
Protein
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced horizontally to create 8 cutlets
Buttermilk Marinade
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- ⅓ cup Primal Kitchen Hot Sauce
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1½ teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Seasoned Flour Breading
- 2½ cups all purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 1½ teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ to ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional
Frying
- Avocado oil, enough for 1½ to 2 inches in large pan
For Serving
- Brioche buns, buttered and toasted
- Pickles
- Lettuce, shredded
- Pepper jack cheese, or your choice of cheese
- Tomato, thinly sliced
- Buffalo mayo (½ cup Primal Kitchen Mayo + 3 tablespoons Primal Kitchen Hot Buffalo sauce, adjust to taste)
Cooking Instructions
- Prep the marinade. In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs, Primal Kitchen Hot Sauce, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne if using. Add the chicken cutlets, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for deeper flavor.
- Prep the breading. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and cayenne. Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each piece thoroughly in the seasoned flour, pressing gently so the coating adheres.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat. Fry the chicken in batches, avoiding overcrowding, until internal temp reaches 165°F.
- While the chicken is still hot, place it in a large bowl and toss generously with Primal Kitchen Hot Buffalo Sauce. Toss gently so the crispy coating stays intact while absorbing the sauce.
- To make the buffalo mayo, stir together the Primal Kitchen Mayo and Hot Buffalo Sauce until smooth.
- Toast the brioche buns, spread buffalo mayo on both sides, then layer with toppings of your choice.
Make It Your Own
This Buffalo Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe is easy to customize. Add coleslaw for extra crunch, drizzle with additional buffalo mayo, or serve the chicken on its own with fries or a simple salad. It also works beautifully for casual hosting or game day meals.
If you love comforting, home cooked meals like this, you might also enjoy my creamy chicken wild rice soup, another cozy favorite that’s perfect for winter.
Final Thoughts
This buffalo fried chicken sandwich recipe is one of those meals that feels satisfying to make and even better to eat. Crispy, saucy, comforting, and deeply crave worthy, it is a recipe that earns a permanent place in your rotation, no matter the season.
As always, if you have any questions, feel free to DM me on IG, or email sonia@mrsprofresh.com.
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