WHAT IS THIS?
To shine some sizzle on the best fried chicken sandwiches in America, we’re thrilled to announce the launch of the Louisiana Fried Chicken Sandwich Challenge — a national tour that will pit home chefs’ best fried chicken sandwiches against the reigning champion, The “Big Swagu” Chicken Sandwich, created by Louisiana Fish Fry’s Chief Fry Officer, Marcus Spears.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
The Challenge will take place in six cities across the country. For a chance to compete, local home chefs are first asked to post a pic or video of their best fried chicken sandwich with a short description online. Selected entrants will then be invited to compete at the live event in their city, where a single winner will be chosen by judges and audience votes. The finalists from each market will compete live in the New York City finale in October. In addition to the golden skillet trophy, the grand prize winner will serve as VP of Fried Chicken alongside Marcus Spears for one year and join the brand next February for football’s biggest game, to be played in New Orleans.
HOW DO YOU ENTER?
Post a pic or video of your fried chicken sandwich with a short description of the sandwich and its ingredients on Facebook, Instagram, X, or TikTok, tagging @lafishfry with the hashtags #LFFChickenChallenge and the local event hashtag as seen below. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. The Louisiana Fried Chicken Sandwich Challenge Contest is sponsored by Louisiana Fish Fry Products. Open to legal U.S. residents of the Los Angeles CA, Atlanta GA, Chicago IL, Houston TX, New Orleans LA, and Baltimore MD greater metropolitan areas (“eligibility area”) who are 18 years of age or older & the age of majority. Begins at 12:00 a.m. ET on 06/18/24 & ends 11:59 p.m. ET on 9/8/24. Void outside the eligibility area & where prohibited.
FOLLOW ALONG
CHICKEN CHALLENGE IN HOUSTON
Winner: Rashad Jiles
Sandwich: The Fried Thai Sandwich
Flavorful Thai-inspired fusion of crispy chicken thighs marinated in garlic, ginger, and mirin, topped with a zesty spicy cilantro mayo and a refreshing herb salad of basil, cilantro, and mint. Served on your favorite bread, this sandwich offers a perfect balance of savory, spicy, and fresh flavors.
CHICKEN CHALLENGE IN NEW ORLEANS
Winner: Collin Fontenot
Sandwich: Bayou Blue Crunch
Bold and savory Fried Buffalo Chicken Sandwich featuring crispy chicken thighs marinated in buttermilk and buffalo sauce, topped with creamy blue cheese, tangy pickled okra, fresh lettuce, and tomato. Served on toasted French bread and drizzle with extra buffalo sauce for a spicy, flavor-packed sandwich that’s sure to satisfy.
CHICKEN CHALLENGE IN LOS ANGELES
Winner: John Taylor
Sandwich: Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with Hot Honey Apricot Sauce
Smoky, crispy chicken tossed in a fiery Nashville hot sauce and finished with a sweet and tangy hot honey apricot glaze. Served on a toasted brioche bun with pickles and coleslaw, this sandwich is the perfect blend of heat, sweetness, and crunch.
CHICKEN CHALLENGE IN ATLANTA
Winner: Mindea Pituk
Sandwich: Asian Southern Fried Chicken Sandwich
A combination of bold Asian-inspired flavors with Southern comfort. Marinated chicken is fried to crispy perfection and topped with a spicy Boom sauce, peach jam, and crunchy coleslaw, all nestled in a toasted sesame seed brioche bun.
CHICKEN CHALLENGE IN CHICAGO
Winner: Jared Bobo
Sandwich: ‘Crying Blue’ Chicken Sandwich
A rich blend of flavors with fried crispy chicken thighs marinated in buttermilk, hot sauce, and spices. Topped with sweet caramelized onions and a creamy blue cheese mayo spread, this sandwich is served on toasted brioche buns for a satisfying bite.
CHICKEN CHALLENGE IN BALTIMORE
Winner: Kristina Smith
Sandwich: Fried Chicken Roll AKA The F.C.R
Perfectly crispy, seasoned fried chicken nuggets topped with a savory-sweet Old Bay-infused honey mustard sauce to give it an extra flavor punch. Served on a toasted and buttered New England-style roll, this sandwich is easy to make but packed with mouthwatering flavor.
NEW YORK CITY, NY
WEDNESDAY,
OCTOBER 16TH, 2024
7:00 PM – 9:00 PM
26 Bridge Event Space
26 Bridge St, Brooklyn, NY 11201
This event will determine the grand prize winner from the six regional winners.
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Official Rules
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. The Louisiana Fried Chicken Sandwich Challenge Contest is sponsored by Louisiana Fish Fry Products. Open to legal U.S. residents of the Los Angeles CA, Atlanta GA, Chicago IL, Houston TX, New Orleans LA, and Baltimore MD greater metropolitan areas (“eligibility area”) who are 18 years of age or older & the age of majority. Begins at 12:00 a.m. ET on 06/18/24 & ends 11:59 p.m. ET on 9/8/24. Void outside the eligibility area & where prohibited.
Download complete Official Rules, including Market Entry Periods.