Description
Indulge in the irresistible taste of a Copycat Chick Sandwich, crafted to replicate your favorite fast-food delight right in your kitchen. This homemade version features a juicy, crispy chicken breast coated in a flavorful blend of spices, perfectly complemented by fresh toppings and a creamy sauce. Whether you’re enjoying it for lunch with friends or serving it up at dinner, this sandwich promises to be a crowd-pleaser. It’s easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, making it ideal for any occasion—ready in no time and budget-friendly too! Get ready to impress with this delightful recipe that brings joy to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce (optional)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- Hot sauce (to taste)
- Burger buns
- Optional toppings: lettuce, pickles, tomatoes
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine buttermilk and soy sauce in a bowl; add chicken breasts and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- Prepare breading: In another bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, and spices.
- Dredge chicken: Remove chicken from marinade; coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil: In a skillet, heat enough oil to cover half an inch of the bottom until shimmering (around 350°F).
- Fry chicken: Carefully fry each piece until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Assemble sandwiches: Spread mayonnaise mixed with hot sauce on toasted buns; add fried chicken and desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (250g)
- Calories: 563
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 1130mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 130mg