CRISPY CHICKEN SANDWICH

Crispy Chicken Sandwich image

Provided by Amy H.

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 c milk
2 large eggs
2 c all purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
2 tsp cajun seasoning
1 tsp garlic powder
8 toasted hamburger buns
mayonnaise (optional)
iceburg lettuce (optional)
tomato slices (optional)

Steps:

1. Heat oil in a deep skillet on medium high or 350 degrees.
2. While oil is heating, in a large bowl, whisk together milk and egg. Pour into a shallow dish.
3. In another shallow dish, sift together flour, salt, pepper, cajun seasoning and garlic powder.
4. Butterfly and half both chicken breasts then slice crosswise in half to make 8 thinner slices. Pound out chicken to even 1/2 inch thickness.
5. Dip chicken in flour mixture, then in egg mixture then back into flour mixture. Shake off excess.
6. Fry in hot oil 5 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels or metal rack.
7. Toast buns under broiler for 4 minutes or so.
8. Spread buns with mayo and add lettuce and tomato if desired.
9. Serve!