Popeyes Chicken Sandwich (18K/month searches) (Restaurant Copycat)

⏱️ 45 minutes👥 2 servings❤️ Taste: /10
Popeyes Chicken Sandwich (18K/month searches) (Restaurant Copycat)

Nutrition Facts

Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag

Health Benefits

Ingredients

  • •For Chicken:
  • •- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • •- 2 cups buttermilk
  • •- 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • •- 2 tbsp cayenne pepper
  • •- 2 tbsp paprika
  • •- 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • •- 1 tbsp onion powder
  • •- 2 tsp kosher salt
  • •- 1 tsp black pepper
  • •- Vegetable oil for frying
  • •For Brine:
  • •- 1/4 cup pickle juice
  • •- 2 tbsp hot sauce
  • •For Coating:
  • •- 2 large eggs
  • •- 1/4 cup buttermilk
  • •For Buns:
  • •- 4 brioche hamburger buns
  • •- 2 tbsp butter, melted
  • •For Spicy Mayo:
  • •- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • •- 2 tbsp Louisiana-style hot sauce

Instructions

  1. 11. Butterfly chicken breasts. Place between plastic wrap and pound to 1/2-inch thickness.
  2. 22. Combine pickle juice and hot sauce. Marinate chicken for 30 minutes.
  3. 33. Create dredging station: Mix flour, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper in one bowl.
  4. 44. Whisk eggs and buttermilk in separate bowl.
  5. 55. Remove chicken from marinade. Dip each piece first in flour mixture, then egg wash, then flour again. Double coating ensures crispy exterior.
  6. 66. Heat vegetable oil to 350°F in deep cast-iron skillet. Oil should be 2 inches deep.
  7. 77. Fry chicken 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  8. 88. Drain on wire rack with paper towels underneath.
  9. 99. Brush bun halves with melted butter. Toast until golden brown.
  10. 1010. Mix mayonnaise with hot sauce for spicy spread.
  11. 1111. Assemble sandwich: Bottom bun, spicy mayo, chicken, pickles, top bun.