Go Back
+ servings
Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich

Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich for Flavorful Bliss

Indulge in the Honey Pepper Pimento Chicken Sandwich, a perfect blend of crispy chicken and spicy pimento cheese.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 sandwiches
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts boneless
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked recommended
  • 1 cup tapioca starch or cornstarch/flour
  • 1/2 cup pickle juice
  • 1/2 cup avocado oil for frying
For the Pimento Cheese
  • 1 cup pimento cheese or cheese blend
  • 2 tablespoons jalapeños diced
For Assembly
  • 4 pieces whole wheat buns or gluten-free bread
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup Cauli Crunch or breadcrumbs
Optional Add-Ons
  • pickled jalapeños for extra tangy heat
  • different cheeses varieties for pimento spread
  • alternative proteins turkey or plant-based substitutes

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • cookie sheet
  • Meat Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the chicken by slicing the chicken breasts in half lengthwise, then cut each half into six thin pieces. Marinate these chicken strips in a bowl with pickle juice and a splash of milk for about 15 minutes.
  2. While the chicken is marinating, prepare the pimento cheese by grating a robust cheddar cheese and mixing it with mayonnaise, pimentos, salt, and jalapeños. Stir until creamy.
  3. Create your dredging station with tapioca starch on one plate, whisked eggs on another, and Cauli Crunch mixed with onion powder, paprika, garlic powder, and salt on a third plate.
  4. Dredge each chicken piece in the tapioca starch, then the whisked egg, and finally the Cauli Crunch mix for a crispy coating.
  5. Heat about 1/2 inch of avocado oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry each dredged chicken piece for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked to 165°F.
  6. Toast the buns in the oven under the broiler for 1-2 minutes until light and crispy.
  7. Assemble the sandwiches with jalapeños on the bottom bun, followed by the chicken, honey, and pimento cheese, then top with the other half of the bun.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sandwichCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For a crispy texture, reheat the chicken on a wire rack instead of on a plate after frying. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!