Hott Brands Spicy Giardiniera Chicken Sandwich

#### Ingredients:

- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

- 1 cup buttermilk

- 1 cup all-purpose flour

- 1 teaspoon garlic powder

- 1 teaspoon onion powder

- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

- 1 teaspoon salt

- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)

- 1/4 cup Hott Brands Hott Sauce

- 1 cup Hott Brands Giardiniera, chopped

- 4 brioche buns

- 1 cup shredded lettuce

- 4 slices of provolone cheese

- 1/2 cup mayonnaise

- Vegetable oil (for frying)

#### Instructions:

1. **Marinate the Chicken:**

   - Place the chicken breasts in a resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.

   - Pour the buttermilk over the chicken, ensuring they are fully coated. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.

2. **Prepare the Coating:**

   - In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

3. **Coat and Fry the Chicken:**

   - Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

   - Remove the chicken breasts from the buttermilk, letting any excess drip off.

   - Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

   - Fry the chicken breasts in the hot oil for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

4. **Prepare the Sauce:**

   - In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with Hott Brands Hott Sauce to create a spicy mayo.

5. **Assemble the Sandwiches:**

   - Toast the brioche buns in a dry skillet or under a broiler until lightly browned.

   - Spread a generous amount of the spicy mayo on the bottom half of each bun.

   - Place a fried chicken breast on top of the mayo.

   - Add a slice of provolone cheese on top of the chicken.

   - Top with a spoonful of chopped Hott Brands Giardiniera and a handful of shredded lettuce.

   - Finish with the top half of the bun.

6. **Serve:**

   - Serve the sandwiches immediately with extra Hott Brands Hott Sauce on the side if desired.

Enjoy your Hott Brands Spicy Giardiniera Chicken Sandwich, packed with flavor and heat!