Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich by Todd Wilbu

Name: Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich by Todd Wilbur
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 -8 cups vegetable oil; ⅓ cup frank's original red hot pepper sauce; ⅔ cup water; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 ½ teaspoons salt; 4 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon onion powder; ½ teaspoon paprika; ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder; 4 chicken breast fillets; 4 plain hamburger buns; 8 teaspoons mayonnaise; 4 lettuce leaves; 4 slices tomatoes

Servings: persons

6 -8 cups vegetable oil
⅓ cup frank's original red hot pepper sauce
⅔ cup water
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 ½ teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
4 chicken breast fillets
4 plain hamburger buns
8 teaspoons mayonnaise
4 lettuce leaves
4 slices tomatoes

1
Preheat 6 to 8 cups of oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees.
2
Combine the pepper sauce and water in a small bowl.
3
Combine the flour, salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, onion powder, paprika and garlic powder in another shallow bowl.
4
Pound each of the chicken pieces with a mallet until about 3/8-inch thick.
5
Trim each breast fillet if necessary to help it fit on the bun.
6
Working with one fillet at a time, coat each piece with the flour, then dredge it in the diluted pepper sauce.
7
Coat the chicken once again in the flour mixture and set it aside until the rest of the chicken is coated.
8
Fry the chicken fillets for 8 to 12 minutes or until they are light brown and crispy.
9
Remove the chicken to a rack or to paper towels to drain.
10
As chicken is frying, prepare each sandwich by grilling the face of the hamburger buns on a hot skillet over medium heat.
11
Spread about 2 teaspoons of mayonnaise on the face of each of the inverted top buns.
12
Place a tomato slice onto the mayonnaise, then stack a leaf of lettuce on top of the tomato.
13
On each of the bottom buns, stack one piece of chicken.
14
Flip the top half of each sandwich onto the bottom half and serve hot.

1862

kcal

Calories

172

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 -8 cups vegetable oil, ⅓ cup frank's original red hot pepper sauce, ⅔ cup water, 1 cup all-purpose flour, and more.

Yes, Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich by Todd Wilbur 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich by Todd Wilbur

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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