Buttermilk Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Buffalo wings are a rarity in my life these days, but I secretly love them. I would always order them in our town diner growing up, except with Ranch dressing- not Blue Cheese- on the side. About once a year I’ll make what I call buffalo chicken sandwiches, which is essentially a healthier version of deep fried buffalo wings- but still with all the same flavors. They’re totally not a blog worthy creation. They basically involve me grilling up chicken, tossing it in some Frank’s Red Hot and butter, and throwing in on a bun with a little Ranch and lettuce.  But this sandwich, this one deserves a blog post thanks to the addition of buttermilk, which serves as the base of the chicken marinade and homemade Ranch dressing. It’s totally summer dinner party worthy, and oh so much better if the chicken is grilled. Enjoy!

Buttermilk Buffalo Chicken Sandwiches

Makes 3-4 sandwiches

For the chicken:

  • 2 large chicken breasts
  • 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • 4 T buffalo sauce, plus more for serving
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • lettuce, tomato, and avocado for topping
  • olive oil for grilling
For the dressing:
  • 1 cup greek yogurt
  • 1/2 buttermilk
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tsp pickle juice
  • 1 T lemon juice
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp onion granules (optional)
  • 1/4 tsp dried mustard)
  • 1/4 cup freshly chopped herbs- parsley, dill, and chives will work

Prepare: Mix together the buttermilk, buffalo sauce, garlic salt, and pepper to make the marinade. Coat the chicken and let marinate for at least 2 hours, but up to 6 if possible.

Make the dressing: Throw all ingredients in a bowl or mason jar and whisk together, or shake, respectively.

Coat a frying pan or grill lightly with olive oil. Set to medium high heat and cook chicken for 4-5 minutes on each side depending on thickness. Once cooked, let rest for 10-15 minutes until cool enough to handle.  Slice chicken on an angle. Top each bun with chicken, additional hot sauce, ranch dressing, lettuce, and whatever other fixins’ you like.

Comments

  1. Stephanie says:

    I love buttermilk, but I don’t cook with it enough. This recipe looks good! Healthy, simple, and delicious.

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  2. Oh! This looks delicious!!

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  3. I adore buttermilk and make my kentucky fried chicken using a buttermilk coating!
    This recipe is a family secret….and I think I need to add your recipe to my repertoire.
    pve

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