Copycat KFC Chicken Sandwich

5 from 4 votes

With crisp, juicy, southern fried chicken, this Copycat KFC Chicken Sandwich is sure to become a family favorite. You might even like it more than the original!

Prep Time25

Cook Time15

Marinade1

Total Time1 40

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Keyword: chicken sandwich, copycat kfc chicken sandwich, crispy chicken sandwich, kfc chicken sandwich

Servings:

Author: Katerina | Easy Weeknight Recipes

Ingredients

For the chicken:

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 large eggs
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons celery salt
1 teaspoon thyme
1 teaspoon basil
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon ground mustard
½ teaspoon ground ginger
2 teaspoons white pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
vegetable oil, for frying

For the spicy mayo:

½ cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon hot sauce, adjust according to taste
1 tablespoon sweet pickle relish
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder

For serving:

2 to 4 soft hamburger buns
sliced pickles

Instructions

Start by marinating the chicken. Place the chicken breasts in a bowl and pour buttermilk mixed with eggs over them. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for better flavor.
Combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, celery salt, thyme, basil, oregano, ground mustard, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish. Mix well.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or deep fryer to about 350°F.
Remove the chicken breasts from the egg-buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off. Dip each chicken breast into the flour mixture, coating it evenly on both sides.
Carefully place the coated chicken breasts into the hot oil and fry for about 5-6 minutes per side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Make sure to cook in batches if needed, to avoid overcrowding the pan.
Once the chicken is cooked, transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, hot sauce, sweet pickle relish, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder to make the spicy mayo.
To assemble the sandwiches, spread a generous amount of spicy mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a few sliced pickles, a fried chicken breast, and cover with the top bun.
Serve the copycat KFC chicken sandwiches immediately while they're still warm.

Notes

Buttermilk: If you don't have buttermilk, make a substitute by adding a tablespoon of white vinegar to a cup of milk. Stir, let it sit for five minutes, and stir again to get instant "buttermilk".
Oil Temperature: Maintain the right oil temperature of 350˚F to avoid burning or undercooking the chicken. Use a candy thermometer to measure the temp.
Toppings: Customize your sandwich with your favorite toppings like lettuce, tomato, cheese, or bacon.
Storage: Keep leftovers in the fridge stored in an airtight container. Avoid storing the full sandwich for more than two days, as the bun and mayo may lose their taste. The fried chicken alone can last 3 to 5 days.

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