Southern Charm Cajun Chicken
A delightful fried chicken recipe infused with Cajun spices and drizzled with sweet and spicy jalapeno honey, perfect for sandwiches or on its own.
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade
- 1 pound chicken breasts or thighs, boneless, skinless, trimmed, about 1/2 inch thick
- 3/4 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons cajun seasoning, divided
For the Dredging Mixture
- 1 cup flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 4 cups vegetable oil or peanut oil, for frying
- 1 tablespoon remaining cajun seasoning
For Assembling the Sandwich
- 4 pieces buns, optionally lightly toasted
- 6 tablespoons jalapeno honey
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- Marinate the chicken in a mixture of buttermilk, egg, and 1 tablespoon of cajun seasoning for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
Prepare the Dredging Mixture
- In another bowl, combine flour, remaining cajun seasoning, cornstarch, and baking powder.
Dredging the Chicken
- Remove the marinated chicken from the buttermilk mixture, shake off excess, and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, coating every inch for maximum crispiness.
Fry the Chicken
- Heat oil in a large pot to 350°F (180°C) and fry the chicken pieces until golden brown, approximately 4-5 minutes per side. Drain on a wire rack.
Assemble the Sandwiches
- Toast the buns, layer with crispy chicken, drizzle with jalapeno honey, and spread mayonnaise before topping with the other half of the bun.
Notes
For added flavor, mix in extra spices like paprika or garlic powder in the dredging mixture. Avoid overcrowding the pot while frying to maintain oil temperature. Serve with various sides for a complete meal.