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French Toast Chicken Sandwich

The **French Toast Chicken Sandwich** is the ultimate sweet and savory breakfast sandwich. It features crispy fried chicken layered between two slices of golden, cinnamon-spiced French toast, drizzled with maple syrup or hot honey for a rich, indulgent bite.
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Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Large skillet or griddle
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Tongs
  • - Baking sheet (optional, for keeping cooked items warm)

Ingredients
  

  • #### **For the Fried Chicken**
  • - 2 boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts, cut in half)
  • - 1 cup buttermilk
  • - 1 teaspoon hot sauce
  • - 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • - 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • - 1 teaspoon salt
  • - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • - Vegetable oil for frying
  • #### **For the French Toast**
  • - 4 slices thick-cut bread brioche or Texas toast recommended
  • - 2 large eggs
  • - 1/2 cup whole milk
  • - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • - 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • - 1 tablespoon butter for cooking
  • #### **For Serving**
  • - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or hot honey
  • - 1 tablespoon powdered sugar optional
  • - 2 slices cheddar or pepper jack cheese optional, for extra flavor

Instructions
 

  • #### **Prepare the Fried Chicken**
  • In a bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken and let marinate for at least 30 minutes (or overnight for deeper flavor).
  • In another bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and cayenne.
  • Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture, pressing to coat well.
  • Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  • Fry chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Transfer to a wire rack to drain.
  • #### **Prepare the French Toast**
  • In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, vanilla, cinnamon, and sugar.
  • Heat a skillet or griddle over medium heat and melt butter.
  • Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off.
  • Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly crispy.
  • #### **Assemble the Sandwich**
  • Place a slice of French toast on a plate.
  • Add the fried chicken, then drizzle with maple syrup or hot honey.
  • (Optional) Add a slice of cheddar or pepper jack cheese for extra richness.
  • Top with another slice of French toast.
  • Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve warm.