Crispy Chicken Biscuit Sandwich

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Step 2: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
3. Step 3: Pour buttermilk into a separate large bowl and add hot sauce.
4. Step 4: Dredge chicken pieces in flour mixture, shaking off excess, then dip in buttermilk mixture, making sure they are fully submerged.
5. Step 5: Dredge chicken pieces in flour mixture again, pressing gently to adhere.
6. Step 6: Place chicken on a wire rack set over a rimmed baking sheet and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
7. Step 7: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
8. Step 8: In a large skillet, heat 1/2-inch of oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
9. Step 9: Fry chicken for 5-6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
10. Step 10: Transfer fried chicken to prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
11. Step 11: To make biscuits, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
12. Step 12: Cut cold butter into flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
13. Step 13: Add heavy cream and beaten eggs, stirring until dough comes together.
14. Step 14: Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead 2-3 times until it comes together.
15. Step 15: Roll dough out to 1-inch thickness and use a biscuit cutter to cut out rounds.
16. Step 16: Place biscuits on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and brush with melted butter.
17. Step 17: Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.
18. Step 18: To assemble sandwiches, split biscuits in half and top with fried chicken, then top with biscuit top.