These fried chicken sandwiches are pretty darn close to those Chick-fil-A sandwiches found in the mall food court. I like to make them on Sundays. Serve with waffle fries!
Ingredients
- 3 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
- 12 dill pickle slices, with brine
- peanut oil for frying
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon celery salt
- ½ teaspoon dried basil
- 2 large eggs
- milk
- 2 tablespoons butter, softened
- 6 sandwich buns
Directions
Step 1
Place each chicken breast between two sheets of heavy plastic on a solid, level surface. Firmly pound chicken with the smooth side of a meat mallet to an even thickness. Cut each breast in half and place in a bowl. Pour pickle brine on top and let sit for 1 hour.
Step 2
Meanwhile, mix flour, powdered sugar, salt, paprika, pepper, celery salt, and basil in a bowl.
Step 3
Whisk eggs and milk together in another bowl.
Step 4
Drain liquid from the chicken and rinse off briefly. Shake any excess liquid from chicken.
Step 5
Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Step 6
Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, then into the egg-milk mixture, then coat again with the flour. Dip each piece again, if desired.
Step 7
Deep-fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, until golden brown, 2 to 3 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Step 8
Let chicken rest on a cooling rack set over a baking sheet for 5 minutes. While chicken is resting, lightly butter each sandwich bun and toast them in a skillet.
Step 9
Add 2 pickle slices to the bottom of each bun, then a chicken piece, then top with the other bun. Repeat to make remaining sandwiches.
Editor’s Notes:
Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of pickle brine marinade. The actual amount of marinade consumed will vary.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 6 | |
Calories 405 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat20g | 26% |
Saturated Fat5g | 27% |
Cholesterol105mg | 35% |
Sodium1440mg | 63% |
Total Carbohydrate183g | 67% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 6% |
Total Sugars4g | |
Protein17g | |
Vitamin C2mg | 8% |
Calcium43mg | 3% |
Iron2mg | 13% |
Potassium222mg | 5% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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