Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe
Eating healthy is extremely important for long healthy life, but we also know how important is to listen to our body “needs” and if your body asks for a delicious, tasty fried chicken sandwich, then you have to treat yourself. Plus, chicken is one of the most healthy foods for us, since it’s very high in protein, important for healthy muscle, and other vitamins and minerals for strong bones along with many other benefits.
If you feel like you could have a fried chicken sandwich, check below three copy-cat fried chicken sandwich recipes from some of the best restaurants when it comes to fried chicken.
Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe #1 = Chick-fil-A Style
If you enjoy Chick-fil-A, then you’ll definitely want to try this fried chicken sandwich recipe.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Additional: 1h 5 minutes
Total: 1h 35 minutes
Servings: 6 sandwiches
Ingredients
3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves,
12 dill pickle slices, with brine,
peanut oil for frying,
1 cup all-purpose flour,
2 tablespoons powdered sugar,
1 teaspoon salt,
Paprika,
½ teaspoon ground black pepper,
½ teaspoon celery salt,
½ teaspoon dried basil,
2 large eggs,
Milk,
2 tablespoons butter, softened,
6 sandwich buns.
Method
Place each chicken breast between 2 sheets of heavy plastic on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to an even thickness. Cut each breast in half and place in a bowl. Pour pickle brine on top and let sit for 1 hour.
Meanwhile, mix flour, powdered sugar, salt, paprika, pepper, celery salt, and basil in a bowl.
Whisk eggs and milk together in another bowl.
Drain liquid from the chicken and rinse off briefly. Shake any excess liquid from the chicken.
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, then into the egg-milk mixture, then coat again with the flour. Dip each piece again, if desired.
Deep-fry chicken, 3 pieces at a time, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centre should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Let chicken rest on a cooling rack set over a baking sheet for 5 minutes. While the chicken is resting, lightly butter each sandwich bun and toast them in a skillet.
Add 2 pickle slices to the bottom of each bun, then a chicken piece, then top with the other bun. Repeat to make the remaining sandwiches.
Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe #2 = Popeyes Style
If you can’t resist the Popeyes chicken sandwich, then this fried chicken sandwich recipe is the perfect choice for you!
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Total: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts,
1 cup flour,
½ cup corn starch,
1 cup buttermilk,
4 medium-sized brioche buns,
½ cup mayo & 1 tsp hot sauce (for spicy mayo),
Sliced pickle slices,
For chicken marinade, breading and making spicy mayo:
1 teaspoon of onion powder
1 teaspoon of paprika,
1 teaspoon of salt,
1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper,
1 teaspoon black pepper,
Optional additions:
4 slices of cheese singles,
Homemade slaw.
Method
For Marinating Chicken:
Use plastic wrap or parchment paper for pounding the chicken breasts in between two parts. Make two small chicken pieces by cutting them in half crosswise. The size must be about like that of the bun.
Mix the salt, black pepper, paprika, buttermilk, and garlic powder together in a big bowl. Add the chicken and then put the mixture inside the fridge. Either use straight away or marinate for up to twenty-four hours.
For Cooking Chicken:
Heat oil in a large pot or skillet (1) until it reaches 350F or (2) at medium temperature.
Whisk the spices, flour, and corn starch in a medium shallow bowl. Drizzle two to three tablespoons of buttermilk batter in the flour mixture. Blend thoroughly using a fork.
Create a thick crust through dredging chicken, the flour mixture and pressing flour on the top chicken. Transfer to hot oil. Fry for three to five minutes for every side or once you notice the outside is golden in color as well as crispy. The internal temperature should also reach 165F.
For Assembling:
In a large saucepan, melt one tablespoon of butter. Toast down the buns’ faces until they become crisp and golden.
For the mayo, get a small bowl and whisk all the ingredients. Then, spread an ample layer of mayo on all the buns.
Top them with chicken and pickles.
Ready to serve!
Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe #3 = KFC Style
If you’re a big fan of KFC, you should try this fried chicken sandwich recipe, made based on verdict information of the original recipe.
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Ingredients
1 large egg,
1 cup buttermilk,
1 (3-pound) chicken, cut into 6 pieces,
1 cup all-purpose flour,
2 teaspoons salt,
1 teaspoon dried sage,
1 teaspoon pepper,
2 tablespoons paprika,
1 teaspoon ground oregano,
1 tablespoon onion salt,
1 teaspoon dried marjoram,
1 teaspoon dried basil,
1 teaspoon chilli powder,
1 teaspoon garlic powder,
2 tablespoons Accent monosodium glutamate (MSG seasoning),
1 (24-ounce) container lard (enough to cover the chicken in the fryer).
Method
Combine the egg and buttermilk in a large bowl and soak the chicken pieces in the mixture.
Put the flour in a separate bowl and whisk in all 11 herbs and spices—salt, sage, pepper, paprika, oregano, onion salt, marjoram, dried basil, chilli powder, garlic powder, and MSG seasoning.
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, letting the excess drip off. Roll the chicken in the seasoned flour until completely covered.
Add the lard to a Dutch oven or pressure fryer and heat to 365 F. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's directions if using a pressure fryer.
Using a utensil, lower 4 pieces of the chicken into the hot oil, and if using a pressure fryer, lock the lid in place. Be careful not to burn yourself with the hot oil.
Allow frying for 8 to 10 minutes, until the chicken turns golden brown and thoroughly cooks.
If using a pressure fryer, release the pressure according to the manufacturer's directions. Then, remove the finished chicken to paper towels or a metal rack to drain.
Repeat with the remaining 2 pieces of chicken.
Serve and enjoy.
