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Best Easy Crispy Chicken BLT Recipe

Name: Best Easy Crispy Chicken BLT Recipe
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 290 g
Ingredients: boneless skinless chicken breast 16 oz; bacon 8 slices; brioche sandwich buns 4 pieces; butterleaf lettuce 4 leaves; tomato 8 slices; all-purpose flour 1 cup; large eggs 2 pieces; panko breadcrumbs 1 cup; vegetable oil 2 cups; salt 1.5 tsp; black pepper 1 tsp; garlic powder 0.5 tsp; mayonnaise 0.25 cup

Crispy fried chicken layered with bacon, lettuce, and tomato creates the ultimate high protein chicken sandwich mashup. This indulgent, family-approved twist on the BLT is packed with crunch and flavor.

Cook 35 min Difficulty NORMAL 590 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

boneless skinless chicken breast 16 oz
bacon 8 slices
brioche sandwich buns 4 pieces
butterleaf lettuce 4 leaves
tomato 8 slices
all-purpose flour 1 cup
large eggs 2 pieces
panko breadcrumbs 1 cup
vegetable oil 2 cups

Seasonings/Sauce

salt 1.5 tsp
black pepper 1 tsp
garlic powder 0.5 tsp
mayonnaise 0.25 cup

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 44 g 30%

Protein 34 g 23%

Fat 31 g 47%

Serving size 290g

Cooking steps

1

Pound chicken breasts to even thickness, then season on both sides with 1 tsp salt, black pepper, and garlic powder for full surface flavor.
2

Set up a dredging station: flour in first bowl, beaten eggs in second, and panko with remaining 0.5 tsp salt in the third for optimal crispiness. Dredge each chicken piece in flour, then egg, then panko, pressing to adhere.
3

Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until deeply golden and cooked through (4–6 minutes per side), maintaining oil temperature for best crunch. Drain on a rack.
4

In a large nonstick pan over medium heat, cook bacon until evenly crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain excess fat.
5

To assemble: Spread mayonnaise on brioche buns. Layer with lettuce, fried chicken, bacon, and tomato slices. Top with bun and serve hot for best texture.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What are the key ingredients that make this Crispy Chicken BLT so flavorful?

The core ingredients that define this sandwich are juicy fried chicken breast coated in panko for crunch, smoky crisp bacon, fresh butterleaf lettuce, and ripe tomato. The combination delivers savory flavor, contrast in textures, and a classic BLT experience elevated with crispy chicken.

Q. How do I keep the fried chicken extra crispy for a BLT?

Proper breading (flour–egg–panko) and maintaining oil at 350°F are essential. Fry chicken until deep golden, then drain on a rack, not paper towels, to prevent steam from softening the crust. Assemble sandwiches just before serving so the coating stays crisp.

Q. What’s the best way to avoid overcooked or dry chicken?

Pound chicken to even thickness for uniform cooking. Fry at 350°F—high enough for crisping, but not so high that the coating burns before the chicken cooks through. Remove from oil when the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Q. How many calories and how much protein are in each serving?

Each serving of this Crispy Chicken BLT has approximately 590 kcal and provides 34g of protein. The protein-to-carb ratio supports a high protein meal compared to a standard BLT.

Best Easy Crispy Chicken BLT Recipe

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