What is happening in 2020? Pandemic. US Elections. History is continually happening before our eyes. To cope up with all the stress, I'm sticking to comfort foods. I read somewhere on the internet, (sorry I don't know who to credit), someone posted and asked "It's a few weeks away until the end of 2020, what have you accomplished so far?" and another post responded to that, "Many lives were lost this year. Many lost their jobs and financial stability. A lot of people are struggling. That may not be an appropriate question to ask at this time." To be honest, I felt that. I also felt some guilt because I hated using what's happening right now as an excuse for me to procrastinate on stuff that I've been holding off. On a lighter note! I finally made a fried chicken sandwich at home! Watch out (*insert - leading sellers of delicious chicken sandwiches*) I'm making these bad boys at home for now until the world is a little safer to explore again. Whoever's reading this, I hope you stay safe and enjoy my recipe!

For Chicken Marinade:

2C Buttermilk

1/2t Paprika

1/2t Cayenne

1/2t Pepper

1T Garlic Powder

1T Onion Powder

1T Salt

1# Chicken Thighs, boneless and skinless

Mix everything and marinate overnight in the fridge.

For Dredge:

1C Flour

1/2C Cornstarch

1/4t Paprika

1/4t Cayenne

1/2t Garlic Powder

1/2t Onion Powder

1/2t Salt

1/2t Pepper

Mix everything.

For Spicy Mayo:

1C Mayonaise

1/2t Paprika

1/2t Cayenne

1/2t Chili Flakes

1/2t Pepper

Mix everything. Adjust spices to the preferred level of spiciness.

For Caramelized Onion:

4T Butter

4C Onions, julienne

Salt

Pepper

Melt the butter and saute onions in low heat. Season with salt and pepper. Stir the onions often to avoid burning them. Cook until the onions turn golden brown. May take up to 20 to 30 minutes.

Canola Oil

Butter

Brioche Buns

Lettuce

Bread and Butter Pickles

Remove the chicken from the fridge about 20 minutes before frying. Using a deep pan, fill it with about 1 inch deep of canola oil. Keep the heat high to medium. Remove chicken from marinade and deep in the dredge until fully coated. Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked all the way through. Place the chicken in a wired rack or paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil. To assemble the fried chicken sandwich, toast brioche buns with butter until golden brown. Layer the sandwich with spicy mayo, lettuce, fried chicken, caramelized onions, and pickles.