Brown Sugar Bourbon Chicken Sandwiches with Bacon Jam and Potato Wedges

Get ready for a flavor-packed sandwich that combines tender, seasoned chicken with a luscious bacon jam made with brown sugar and bourbon. The sweet-savory jam is studded with crispy bacon bits and pairs perfectly with the juicy chicken. Served alongside crispy seasoned potato wedges and a cool romaine salad, this meal is a true comfort food feast.

This recipe is all about layers of texture and taste-from the crunchy wedges to the soft potato buns and the rich, sticky jam. It’s a fun, satisfying dinner that feels special but is easy enough for a weeknight. Let’s get cooking!

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Ingredients

1 unit Plum JamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

8 ounce BaconView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Baby LettuceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Fry SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

5 teaspoon Balsamic VinegarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Brown Sugar Bourbon SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1.5 ounce Italian DressingView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit KetchupView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

12 ounce Chicken CutletsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Potato BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Brown SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and dry produce. Cut potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges. Halve, peel and thinly slice onion. Trim and discard root end from lettuce. Halve two large leaves crosswise; set aside for sandwiches. Chop remaining leaves into bite-size pieces.
2. Toss potatoes on a baking sheet with a large drizzle of oil, half the Fry Seasoning, salt and pepper. Roast on top rack until browned and tender, 20-25 minutes.
3. Halve bacon lengthwise; slice crosswise into ¼-inch pieces. Place bacon in a small dry pot over medium heat. Cook, stirring, until browned and crispy, 6-8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer bacon to a small bowl. Discard all but 1 TBSP bacon fat from pot.
4. Add onion to pot with bacon fat (off heat); stir to combine, allowing residual heat to soften onion slightly, 30 seconds. Return pot to medium-high heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, 4-6 minutes. Add Brown Sugar Bourbon Seasoning and brown sugar; stir until combined. Stir in vinegar, jam and 1 cup water. Bring to a boil; cook, stirring occasionally, until reduced and jammy, 8-12 minutes. Stir in bacon until combined. Transfer bacon jam to bowl; set aside to cool.
5. While jam cooks, pat chicken dry with paper towels. Season all over with remaining Fry Seasoning, salt and pepper. Heat a drizzle of oil in a medium pan over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, 5-7 minutes per side.
6. In a medium bowl, toss chopped lettuce with as much Italian dressing as you like; season with salt and pepper. In a second small bowl, combine ketchup and mayonnaise.
7. Halve and toast buns. Spread mayo-ketchup sauce on cut sides of buns. Fill buns with bacon jam, chicken and reserved lettuce leaves. Divide sandwiches, potato wedges and salad between plates. Serve with any remaining sauce on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of jam?

Yes, you can substitute plum jam with another fruit jam like apricot or fig. The sweetness will complement the bourbon seasoning nicely.

What can I serve instead of potato wedges?

Feel free to swap the wedges for your favorite side, such as sweet potato fries, a simple green salad or roasted vegetables.

How do I store leftovers?

Store the components separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat the chicken and wedges in the oven or toaster oven to maintain crispiness.