Difficulty Hard
Cook Time 1 hr+
Heat None
Components 8 components
A bold, savory breakfast-inspired sandwich that transforms a breakfast bagel concept into a loaded chicken creation. Crispy fried chicken topped with a creamy everything bagel sauce made from mayo, sour cream, and cream cheese blended with everything bagel seasoning sits atop a bed of lox-style pickled red onions, ham, crispy bacon, cheddar cheese, and a fried egg. The everything bagel slaw provides a crunchy base, while fried tomato and fresh dill add brightness to this indulgent, over-the-top sandwich.
✨ AI Summary Step-by-Step Cooking Guide Ingredients Chicken & Batter 6-8 oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts2 quarts (for heating) beef tallow or lard for frying1/2 cup buttermilk1 large egg1 tbsp cream cheese, softened1/4 cup all-purpose flour (dry batter)1/4 cup potato starch (dry batter)1 tsp everything bagel seasoning1/2 tsp garlic powder1/4 tsp onion powder1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp black pepperEverything Bagel Sauce 2 tbsp mayonnaise1.5 tbsp sour cream1.5 tbsp cream cheese, softened1.5 tsp everything bagel seasoning1/4 tsp garlic powderto taste saltto taste black pepperEverything Bagel Slaw 1 cup shredded red cabbage1/4 cup shredded carrots2 tbsp thinly sliced red onions1 tsp everything bagel seasoning1.5 tsp fresh dill, chopped2 tbsp mayonnaise1 tbsp apple cider vinegar1 tsp sugar1/4 tsp celery seedto taste saltto taste black pepperEverything Bagel Bacon Jam 4 strips thick-cut bacon, diced1/2 yellow onion, diced2 garlic cloves, minced1.5 tsp everything bagel seasoning2 tbsp brown sugar1 tbsp apple cider vinegarto taste saltto taste black pepperScallion Cream Cheese Goat Cheese Spread 1.5 oz cream cheese, softened1.5 oz fresh goat cheese2 tbsp sour cream3 tbsp fresh scallions, finely chopped1.5 tbsp fresh dill, minced1/2 tsp lemon zest1 tsp everything bagel seasoningto taste saltto taste black pepperLox-Style Pickled Red Onions 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced3 tbsp rice vinegar2 tbsp water1 tbsp sugar1/2 tsp salt1/4 tsp coriander seeds1/4 tsp dill seedsFried Tomato 1 slice ripe tomato, sliced 1/4-inch thick3 tbsp all-purpose flour1/8 tsp salt1/8 tsp black pepper1/8 tsp garlic powder1 tbsp buttermilkFried Egg 1 large egg1 tbsp unsalted butterto taste saltto taste black pepperToppings & Assembly 1 everything bagel or seeded bun, split 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened Everything Bagel Slaw Everything Bagel Bacon Jam Scallion Cream Cheese Goat Cheese Spread Everything Bagel Sauce Lox-Style Pickled Red Onions Ham slices Cheddar cheese, sliced Crispy Bacon Strips Fried Tomato Fried Egg Fresh dill fronds Brined capers (optional) Directions 1 Pound the chicken breast to an even 3/4-inch thickness. 2 In a shallow bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and softened cream cheese until well combined and smooth. 3 In another shallow bowl, combine all-purpose flour, potato starch, everything bagel seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly. 4 Submerge the chicken in the wet batter for at least 15 minutes (or up to 4 hours refrigerated). 5 Heat beef tallow or lard to 350°F in a deep pot or cast iron skillet. 6 Remove chicken from wet batter, letting excess drip off. Dredge thoroughly in the dry batter, pressing to adhere. 7 Fry for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. 8 Rest on a wire rack for 2 minutes. 9 In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, sour cream, and softened cream cheese. 10 Whisk until smooth and creamy. 11 Add everything bagel seasoning and garlic powder. 12 Mix until well combined and evenly speckled with the seasoning. 13 Season with salt and black pepper to taste. 14 Set aside or refrigerate until ready to use. 15 In a large bowl, combine shredded red cabbage, carrots, and red onions. 16 Sprinkle everything bagel seasoning and fresh dill over the vegetables. 17 In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, sugar, and celery seed. 18 Pour dressing over vegetables and toss to coat evenly. 19 Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. 20 In a skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. 21 Remove half the bacon fat, leaving about 1 tablespoon in the pan. 22 Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 4 minutes. 23 Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute. 24 Stir in everything bagel seasoning, brown sugar, and apple cider vinegar. 25 Reduce heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and jammy. 26 Season with salt and black pepper. Let cool slightly—it will thicken as it cools. 27 In a small bowl, combine softened cream cheese, fresh goat cheese, and sour cream. 28 Mix until smooth and creamy. 29 Fold in fresh scallions, dill, and lemon zest. 30 Add everything bagel seasoning and mix until evenly distributed. 31 Season with salt and black pepper. 32 Spread on the bottom bun before assembling. 33 In a small saucepan, combine rice vinegar, water, sugar, salt, coriander seeds, and dill seeds. 34 Bring to a simmer over medium heat for 2 minutes. 35 Place thinly sliced red onions in a glass jar or bowl. 36 Pour the hot brine over the onions and let cool to room temperature. 37 Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or up to 1 week) before using. 38 Pat tomato slice dry with paper towels. 39 In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. 40 Dip tomato slice into buttermilk, then coat thoroughly with the flour mixture. 41 Heat 1/4 inch of beef tallow or lard in a skillet to 325°F. 42 Fry tomato for 2-3 minutes per side until golden and slightly softened. 43 Drain on a paper towel briefly before serving. 44 Heat 1 tbsp unsalted butter in a skillet over medium heat until foaming. 45 Crack the egg into the skillet and cook until the whites are set and the yolk is still runny, about 3-4 minutes. 46 Season with salt and black pepper. 47 Cook an additional 1-2 minutes if you prefer a more set yolk. 48 Slide the egg onto the sandwich. 49 Butter both halves of the everything bagel and toast on a griddle or skillet until golden, about 2 minutes. 50 Spread Scallion Cream Cheese Goat Cheese Spread on the bottom bagel half. 51 Spoon a generous layer of Everything Bagel Bacon Jam on top of the spread. 52 Place the fried chicken on top of the jam. 53 Spread Everything Bagel Sauce generously over the chicken. 54 Pile on the Everything Bagel Slaw. 55 Layer with ham slices, cheddar cheese, crispy bacon strips, lox-style pickled red onions, and fried tomato. 56 Top with a fried egg, fresh dill fronds, and optional brined capers. 57 Top with the top bagel half and serve immediately.
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