Chick-Fil-A Chicken Sandwich

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Ingredients

Serving Size: 4

For the chicken:

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 chicken thighs for a juicier option)
1 cup buttermilk (for marinating)
1 tablespoon pickle juice (optional, for extra flavor)
Salt and pepper to taste

For the breading:

1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon powdered sugar (optional, for sweetness)
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

For frying:

Vegetable oil (for deep frying)

For the sandwich:

4 soft hamburger buns (buttery brioche or regular toasted buns work well)
Dill pickle slices (about 2–3 per sandwich)
Butter (for toasting the buns)

Instructions

Marinate the chicken:

In a bowl, combine the buttermilk and pickle juice. Add salt and pepper to taste.
Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin (this helps it cook evenly).
Submerge the chicken breasts in the buttermilk mixture, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours for maximum flavor.

Prepare the breading:

In a shallow bowl or large plate, combine the flour, powdered sugar, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Remove the marinated chicken from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess liquid to drip off.
Dredge the chicken in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing down gently to ensure an even coating. For an extra crispy coating, you can dip the chicken back into the buttermilk and then re-coat it with flour.

Fry the chicken:

Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Carefully lower the chicken into the hot oil. Fry the chicken for 4–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Toast the buns:

While the chicken is frying, melt a little butter in a separate pan over medium heat.
Toast the hamburger buns in the butter until golden brown and crispy, about 1-2 minutes per side.

Assemble the sandwich:

Place a few dill pickle slices on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
Add the crispy fried chicken on top.
Close the sandwich with the top half of the bun.
Serve immediately while the chicken is still hot and crispy. Enjoy with your favorite side, like fries or a milkshake, to complete the meal

I know you always crave Chick-Fil-A on a Sunday, so why not have it whenever you want? Get ready to sink your teeth into the ultimate crispy, juicy masterpiece..that I dare say might be better than the original?

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