Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Tangy Mayo and Pickles

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-27 · Updated 2026-04-27

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Golden fried chicken breast layered with tangy mayonnaise and crisp pickles inside a soft bun, perfect for a quick satisfying lunch. This Brazilian recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs chicken breast fillet, all-purpose flour, paprika for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 680 calories and feeds 1, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 1 American cuisine 680 cal/serving

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Ingredients

6 oz chicken breast fillet
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1/3 cup buttermilk
1 cup vegetable oil
2 tbsp mayonnaise
1 tsp yellow mustard
4 dill pickle slices
1 hamburger bun

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Instructions

Step 1: In a shallow bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Dip the 6 oz chicken breast fillet into 1/3 cup buttermilk, then dredge thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing to coat evenly.
Step 3: Heat 1 cup vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until it reaches 350°F on a thermometer.
Step 4: Carefully fry the coated chicken breast in the hot oil for 6-7 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and the internal temperature hits 165°F.
Step 5: Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels.
Step 6: In a small bowl, mix 2 tbsp mayonnaise with 1 tsp yellow mustard until smooth.
Step 7: Toast 1 hamburger bun lightly, then spread the tangy mayo mixture on both halves.
Step 8: Place the fried chicken on the bottom bun, top with 4 dill pickle slices, then cover with the top bun and serve hot.