Description
Satisfy your cravings with our Copycat Chick Sandwich, a homemade version of the beloved fast-food classic. This recipe delivers tender, marinated chicken fried to golden perfection, topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayonnaise, all nestled in a soft brioche bun. Perfect for lunch or dinner, this sandwich is easily customizable to fit your taste preferences. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a casual family meal, this dish guarantees to impress and delight. Get ready to experience an explosion of flavors and textures that will leave you wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- 4 brioche buns
- Lettuce (romaine or iceberg)
- Mayonnaise
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least one hour in the refrigerator.
- In a bowl, mix flour and cayenne pepper.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (350°F). Fry chicken for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Assemble sandwiches by spreading mayonnaise on buns, adding lettuce, and placing the crispy chicken on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 16 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich (200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: - For added spice, mix hot sauce into your mayonnaise. - Feel free to add toppings like tomatoes or pickles for extra flavor.