Best Popeyes Chicken Sandwich

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subheading: FOR THE BUTTERMILK BRINE:

1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breast (2 8 oz. breasts or one large breast)

2 c. full-fat buttermilk

3 tbsp. cayenne pepper sauce (Crystal or Tabasco recommended)

½ tbsp. smoked paprika

2 tsp. garlic powder

2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1 tsp. onion powder

subheading: FOR THE SPICY MAYO:

½ c. mayonnaise

½ tsp. cayenne pepper

¼ tsp. onion powder

¼ tsp. garlic powder

¼ tsp. kosher salt

subheading: FOR THE FLOUR DREDGE:

½ c. self-rising flour

½ c. cornstarch

½ tsp. baking soda

2 tsp. kosher salt

2 tsp. garlic powder

1 ½ tsp. smoked paprika

1 tsp. dried thyme

1 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

1 tsp. white pepper

¾ tsp. cayenne pepper

subheading: FOR THE BATTER:

¼ c. cornstarch

¼ c. self-rising flour

2 egg whites plus 1 whole egg, thoroughly beaten

½ c. buttermilk brine

¼ c. water

subheading: FOR COOKING AND ASSEMBLY:

7 c. shortening

2 paper lunch bags (optional)

4 brioche buns

Kosher dill pickle slices

Spicy mayo, for serving

Directions at delish.com

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