Copycat Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Name: Copycat Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Chicken Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Ingredients; Wet; 1/2 cup pickle juice, measured from 1 (16 oz); 1/2 cup whole milk; 2 tablespoons lemon juice (from one lemon); 1 teaspoon hot sauce; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 4 skinless chicken thighs, about 2 1/2 lbs; 6 cups peanut oil; 1 large egg; Dry; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons baking powder; 1 tablespoon kosher salt; 1 tablespoon paprika; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 4 hamburger buns, split and toasted; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1 head green leaf lettuce, shredded; 1 tomatoes, thinly slices; 4 slices monterey jack pepper cheese

Servings: persons

Ingredients
Wet
1/2 cup pickle juice, measured from 1 (16 oz)
1/2 cup whole milk
2 tablespoons lemon juice (from one lemon)
1 teaspoon hot sauce
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
4 skinless chicken thighs, about 2 1/2 lbs
6 cups peanut oil
1 large egg
Dry
3 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons baking powder
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon paprika
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
4 hamburger buns, split and toasted
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1 head green leaf lettuce, shredded
1 tomatoes, thinly slices
4 slices monterey jack pepper cheese

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Directions:
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In a medium bowl whisk together wet ingredients, add chicken, making sure to coat evenly. Allow chicken to marinate for 20 minutes. Meanwhile, in a medium sized pot, over medium-high, heat oil to 350u00b0F While oil heats, in a medium bowl, whisk togethers dry ingredients.
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Reserving the marinade, remove the chicken to a plate. Whisk the egg into the marinade. Dip the chicken into the egg mixture, one piece at a time, shaking off excess egg mixture. Dredge chicken piece in flour mix, making sure to coat evenly on both sides. Repeat the breading process (egg mixture to flour mix) one more time, set chicken aside. Line a baking sheet with paper towels.
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Once oil is heated, cook chicken until golden brown on each side, about 2 to 3 minutes a side. Chicken should be opaque in the center. Place cooked chicken on prepared baking sheet to drain.
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Brush toasted buns with butter. Divide pickle slices, lettuce, tomatoes, and chicken and cheese, on each bun. Top with remaining bun halves.

3020

kcal

Calories

216

Fat

152

Carbs

158

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 24 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Ingredients, Wet, 1/2 cup pickle juice, measured from 1 (16 oz), 1/2 cup whole milk, and more.

Yes, Copycat Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Chicken Sandwich falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Copycat Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Chicken Sandwich

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