FRIED CHICKEN SALAD

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Categories     Salad     Sandwich     Chicken     Brunch     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

For the Brine
• 2½ tablespoons kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 1 sprig fresh thyme
• 6 black peppercorns
• 1 teaspoon mustard seeds
• 4 boneless, skin-on chicken thighs
• For the Dredge
• 1¼ cups all-purpose flour
• ¾ cup cornstarch
• ½ teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 quarts canola oil, for frying
• For the Chicken Salad
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 large shallots, minced (about ½ cup)
• 1 celery stalk, minced (about 1/3 cup)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• ¼ cup chopped fresh mixed herbs, such as parsley, tarragon, and chives
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 to 2 tablespoons hot pepper vinegar or vinegar-based hot sauce, to taste
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • 1 Brine the chicken: In a small stockpot, combine 4 cups water with the salt, maple syrup, thyme, peppercorns, and mustard seeds and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool completely to room temperature. Place the chicken in a nonreactive container and pour the cooled brine over the chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or up to 12 hours. Drain the chicken, discarding any solids, and pat dry with paper towels. 2 Fry the chicken: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, generously applying to ensure that the mixture sticks to the chicken. Prepare a deep-fryer or fill a 6-quart pot halfway with the oil and heat to 325°F. Set a wire rack on top of a rimmed baking sheet and set aside. Carefully drop the thighs into the oil and fry until crispy and cooked through, 8 to 9 minutes. Using tongs, transfer the chicken to the rack, cool to room temperature, and then refrigerate until cold, at least 2 hours. 3 Make the salad: Chop the chicken into small pieces and reserve. In a large bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, shallots, celery, mustard, herbs, red pepper flakes, and vinegar. Season with salt, pepper, and more vinegar to taste. Gently fold the chicken into the dressing until incorporated. Serve with rolls, lettuce, and pickles.

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