I made Ina Garten's fried-chicken sandwiches. They were fantastic — and the air fryer made the leftovers a hit, too.
I made Ina Garten's fried-chicken sandwiches and thought they were delicious. The chicken was moist and even reheated well in the air fryer.
I attempted making fried-chicken sandwich sandwiches inspired by Ina Garten's recipe. The sandwiches turned out delicious, but I found the buttermilk-herb mayo to be unremarkable. The leftover chicken reheated exceptionally well in the air fryer. Preparing fried-chicken sandwiches at home is not common for me, as I typically order them from restaurants or fast-food chains.
When I discovered a recipe from Ina Garten's "Cook Like a Pro" cookbook, I decided to give it a try despite its time-consuming and ingredient-intensive nature.
To start, I prepared the marinade using buttermilk, jalapeño, shallot, garlic, and seasonings, which was straightforward. I then flattened the chicken breasts, which was more challenging than anticipated due to the limited space in my kitchen. After marinating the flattened chicken overnight, I made the herb mayo the following day with mayo, buttermilk, vinegar, scallions, parsley, chives, and thyme.
When it was time to fry the chicken, I used a Dutch oven and a thermometer to maintain a consistent oil temperature of 350 degrees Fahrenheit. The recipe required double-dredging the chicken in flour, which proved tricky with my shallow container. After frying the chicken, I assembled the sandwiches with potato buns, lettuce, pickles, and the fried chicken cutlets. The chicken was the standout element, offering a crispy exterior and juicy interior, complemented by the tangy lettuce and pickles.
However, the buttermilk-herb mayo was quite bland, and I contemplated other potential sauces to enhance the flavor. The process of preparing these sandwiches was messy and left a strong oil scent in my apartment. Despite these drawbacks, the sandwiches were enjoyable, particularly the chicken, which made me consider using just the chicken cutlets for future preparations. I plan to simplify the recipe by eliminating the mayo and doubling the chicken, as it reheats well and maintains its quality in the air fryer.
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