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Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Cabbage Apple Slaw

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A deliciously crispy chicken sandwich paired with a fresh, tangy cabbage apple slaw for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Chicken

  • 4 pieces thin chicken cutlets
  • 1 cup safflower oil (or any high smoke point oil)
  • 6 tablespoons corn starch
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

Slaw

  • 2 cups shredded raw red cabbage
  • 1 green apple cored and sliced into thin matchsticks
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon whole grain mustard
  • 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
  • to taste Kosher salt
  • to taste Black pepper
  • 8 slices dark wheat bread (toasted or untoasted)
  • 8 thin slices smoked gouda cheese

Garnish

  • as needed Fresh microgreens or pea shoots

Instructions 

  • Season chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Dredge in corn starch.
  • Heat oil in a skillet and fry chicken until golden and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side.
  • Prepare slaw by mixing cabbage, apple, honey, Greek yogurt, mustard, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Assemble sandwiches by layering chicken, cheese, slaw, and microgreens between slices of bread.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

For extra crunch, double coat the chicken in corn starch and fry twice.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Chicken, Sandwich, Slaw