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Chick-fil-A Chicken Sandwich (Copycat Recipe)

Learn how to make the legendary Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich right at home! Crispy, juicy, and full of flavor, this recipe brings your favorite fast food classic into your own kitchen with simple ingredients and easy steps.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
1 minute
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 440
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup dill pickle juice
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional for spice
  • Peanut oil for frying
  • 4 soft hamburger buns buttered and toasted
  • Dill pickle slices for topping

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Deep fryer or heavy-bottomed skillet
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels
  • Baking sheet
  • Meat thermometer
  • Wire rack

Method
 

  1. Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2-inch thickness.
  2. Marinate chicken in pickle juice for 30 minutes to 1 hour (refrigerated).
  3. In a bowl, whisk together milk and egg.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, paprika, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne.
  5. Heat peanut oil in skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Remove chicken from marinade, dip into milk/egg mixture, then dredge thoroughly in the flour mixture.
  7. Carefully place chicken into hot oil and fry for about 3–4 minutes per side or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  8. Drain on a wire rack over a baking sheet lined with paper towels.
  9. Butter and lightly toast the buns.
  10. Assemble sandwiches by placing pickles on the bottom bun, adding the fried chicken, and topping with the upper bun.

Notes

For an extra juicy sandwich, don’t skip the pickle juice marinade!
Use peanut oil for authentic flavor and crispiness.
Adjust spice level by adding more or less cayenne.
Serve with waffle fries and Chick-fil-A sauce for the full experience.
Want it healthier? Try air-frying the chicken or grilling it instead!