That popper sandwich

Name: That popper sandwich
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 pounds chicken Breast cubes; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 3 eggs; 3 teaspoons hot sauce; 2 teaspoons salt; 4 cups crushed corn flakes; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons garlic powder; 2 teaspoons onion powder; Oil (for frying); 1 cup franks hot sauce; 1 cup honey; 1 teaspoon sriracha (Optional); 2 teaspoons cornstarch, diluted in 2 tablespoons of water; 7 baguettes; Pickles, sliced; Lettuce; Tomatoes, sliced; onion fried

15 steps

Prep:25minCook:10min

Your favorite chicken popper sandwich

Updated at: Mon, 18 Nov 2024 09:26:49 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced

Glycemic Index

Moderate

Glycemic Load

148

High

Nutrition per serving

Calories1252.5 kcal (63%)

Total Fat11.2 g (16%)

Carbs214.5 g (82%)

Sugars47.7 g (53%)

Protein73.8 g (148%)

Sodium3295.5 mg (165%)

Fiber7.1 g (25%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

7 servings

Instructions

Prepare the Chicken

Step 1

Cut 3 pounds of chicken breast into bite-sized cubes

Prepare the Dipping Station

Step 2

In a shallow bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cayenne pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, and salt.

Step 3

In a second bowl, beat the eggs and mix in 2 teaspoons of hot sauce.

Coating Process

Step 4

First, dip each chicken cube into the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated

Step 5

Then, dip the flour-coated chicken into the egg mixture, ensuring it's completely covered

Step 6

Finally, press each chicken cube firmly into the crushed corn flakes, ensuring the corn flakes adhere well to the chicken

Frying the Nuggets

Step 7

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F (175°C).

Skillet

Step 8

Fry the chicken nuggets in batches for about 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through

Step 9

Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Slotted Spoon

Paper Towel

Prepare the Sauce

Step 10

In a saucepan, combine ½ cup hot sauce and ½ cup honey (and sriracha, if added) until well combined. Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

Sauce Pan

Step 11

Add the cornstarch mixture to the saucepan. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens.

Step 12

Pour the thickened sauce over the nuggets and toss until they are fully coated

Assemble the Sandwiches

Step 13

Slice open the 7 baguettes

Step 14

For each baguette, layer it with lettuce, pickles, tomatoes, and fried onions. Place a generous amount of sauced chicken nuggets on top. (Shpritz garlic mayo if desired)

Step 15

Serve the chicken fire popper sandwiches immediately while the nuggets are hot and crispy