Zesty Zinger Chicken Sandwich

1.In a bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken breasts, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

2.In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, black pepper, and baking powder.

3.Remove chicken from buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, pressing firmly to ensure a good coating. Shake off any excess flour.

4.In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering. Carefully add the coated chicken breasts to the hot oil, cooking for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).

5.Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

6.In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, honey, and cayenne pepper to create a zesty sauce.

7.To assemble the sandwich, spread a generous amount of the zesty sauce on the bottom half of each hamburger bun. Place a crispy chicken breast on top, followed by shredded lettuce and tomato slices. Top with the other half of the bun.

8.Serve immediately and enjoy your Zesty Zinger Chicken Sandwich!