Sticky Crispy Kipburger Irresistible Flavor Awaits

Ingredients

• 500 g chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• as needed none vegetable oil for frying
• 4 none soft burger buns
• as needed none lettuce leaves
• as needed none sliced tomatoes
• as needed none pickles
• 0.25 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional for a spicy kick)

Instructions

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken thighs, ensuring they are completely submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
2. Set up a dredging station with three separate shallow bowls: one with flour, the second with the marinated chicken (allowing excess marinade to drip off), and the third with panko breadcrumbs.
3. Remove chicken thighs from buttermilk marinade. Dredge each piece first in flour, shaking off excess, then dip it back into the buttermilk before coating thoroughly with panko breadcrumbs.
4. In a large, deep skillet or fryer, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat to 180°C (350°F). Fry the breaded chicken in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook each piece for about 6-8 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
5. In a small saucepan, combine honey, soy sauce, and sriracha (if using). Cook over medium heat for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
6. Toast the burger buns lightly on a skillet or grill. Place a piece of sticky, crispy fried chicken on the bottom half of each bun. Drizzle a generous amount of the sticky sauce over the chicken, followed by lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and pickles.
7. Top with the other half of the bun. Serve immediately while hot and crispy!