Chicken Fried Chukar Sandwich
Dredged. Dipped. Breaded. Fried. Load up this crispy chukar with melted Brie, red onion, sliced tomato, sliced jalapeño, and a buttered brioche bun for one seriously mouthwatering sandwich.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chukar breasts
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 beaten with 1 tablespoon water
- 1/2 cup plain breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tsp granulated garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 3/4 cup olive oil or vegetable oil
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 small jalapeno, thinly sliced (optional)
- 1 tomato, sliced
- 4 slices cheese (choose one: Brie, smoked Gouda, Havarti, Gruyère, Fontina, mozzarella, or sharp cheddar)
- 4 brioche buns, buttered
- Optional: mayonnaise, for spreading on buns
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- In a shallow bowl, combine plain breadcrumbs, panko, garlic powder, dried parsley, salt, and pepper; set aside. Place flour on a plate. In a separate bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water.
- Using a meat mallet, gently pound each chukar breast to tenderize.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat. Dredge each breast in flour, dip into the egg wash, then press firmly into the breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry chukar breasts until golden brown, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a baking sheet, top each breast with your choice of cheese, and bake for 15-20 minutes, until the cheese is melted.
- Meanwhile, butter the brioche buns and toast them in the oven for 5 minutes. Spread optional mayonnaise on the buns if desired.
- Assemble the sandwiches by layering a slice of tomato on the bun, then topping with the chukar, jalapeño slices, and red onion. Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Cheese Choices: Brie is rich and creamy, but you can swap in smoked Gouda, Havarti, Gruyère, Fontina, mozzarella, or sharp cheddar for a different flavor profile.
- Extra Crunch: Double-dredging the chukar gives an extra-thick, crispy crust that holds up under cheese and toppings.
- Spice it Up: Add sliced jalapeños for a little heat, or try pickled peppers for tangy flavor.
- Make it Creamy: Optional mayonnaise or aioli on the bun adds a luscious, tangy layer that complements the crispy chukar.
- Keep it Hot: Serve immediately after assembling to enjoy the cheese melty and the crust crunchy.
- Buns: Toasting or buttering the brioche buns helps prevent sogginess from the toppings and gravy (if adding).