Buffalo Chicken Sandwich

Instructions

1. Marinate the chicken
   Place chicken breasts in a shallow dish and pour buttermilk over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for best results.
2. Prepare the coating
   In a large bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure even distribution of spices.
3. Dredge and fry the chicken
   Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture, pressing firmly to coat well. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
4. Make the buffalo sauce
   While chicken is cooking, combine buffalo sauce and melted butter in a bowl. Whisk until smooth and well incorporated.
5. Coat the chicken
   Once chicken is cooked, brush or dip each piece generously with the buffalo sauce mixture, ensuring it's well coated on all sides.
6. Toast the buns
   Lightly butter the inside of each brioche bun and toast in a clean skillet or under the broiler until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.
7. Assemble the sandwiches
   Spread blue cheese dressing on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Layer with lettuce, tomato slice, and red onion. Place a buffalo-coated chicken breast on top, add another drizzle of buffalo sauce if desired, and cover with the top bun.
8. Serve immediately
   Cut sandwiches in half if desired and serve while hot with extra buffalo sauce and blue cheese dressing on the side. Pair with celery sticks, carrot sticks, or french fries for a complete meal.