Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Sandwich is spicy, crispy and juicy then placed on a soft bun. This easy copycat recipe can be made at home with easy ingredients.
Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Sandwich Recipe:
Chick-Fil-A Spicy Chicken Sandwich is one of my favorites at Chick-Fil-A but then I started getting the deluxe and it is now my go-to.
Going to our local Chick-Fil-A can get pricey especially with my large family. That is why I am glad I can make this copycat version at home.
We love that it is easy to make and my kids have even commented that they like the copycat recipe better.
What is on a Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Sandwich?
The Chick-Fil-a Spicy Deluxe Sandwich starts off with chicken breast that is cooked with cayenne pepper and other easy ingredients. Pepper jack cheese tops the chicken with lettuce, tomato and slice pickles.
It is the sandwiched between two hamburger buns. The ingredients might seem long, but the results of this crispy, spicy sandwich makes it worth it. You probably already have majority of the ingredients.
Ingredients:
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- Dill Pickle Juice
- Egg
- Milk
- All Purpose Flour
- Confectioner’s Sugar
- Paprika
- Cayenne Pepper
- Black Pepper
- Salt
- Peanut Oil or Canola Oil for Frying
- Hamburger Buns
- Dill Pickles
- Pepper Jack Cheese
- Tomato, sliced
- Leaf Lettuce
How to Make Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Sandwich?
- Prepare the Chicken – Filet the chicken breasts into 4 pieces of chicken and trim off any excess fat.
- Make the Marinade – Combine the chicken and pickle juice in a medium size bowl. Cover and refrigerate to marinate the chicken in the pickle juice for 30-60 minutes you can even marinade overnight.
- Remove Chicken – Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and drain off the pickle juice.
- Mix Together Milk and Egg – In a small bowl, whisk together the milk and egg. Then pour this mixture over the chicken pieces.
- Combine Ingredients – Then in a large ziplock bag, add the flour, sugar, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt and pepper. Seal the bag and shake to combine all the ingredients.
- Add the Chicken to the bag – Drain the excess milk mixture off the chicken and place the chicken in the ziplock bag with the flour mixture. Seal the bag and then shake to thoroughly coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture.
- Prepare Frying Pan – Then heat the peanut oil or canola oil in a large pan over medium heat or in a fryer.
- Cook Chicken – Working in batches, add the chicken to the hot oil and deep fried until the chicken is golden brown and crispy (approximately 3-5 minutes).
- Add Cheese to Cook Chicken- Once cooked, move the chicken to a plate lined with a paper towel to soak up the excess oil. Place the cheese on chicken while warm to melt the cheese.
- Serve and Enjoy – Then serve on the hamburger buns with the dill pickles, tomatoes and lettuce.
What is the best oil to use for frying:
Making sure when you are frying your chicken that you are using an oil that is a high smoke point. Peanut Oil or Canola Oil are good suggestions.
Using the right oil it prevents the outside of the chicken from burning before the rest of the chicken is done.
What to serve:
- Homemade French Fries
- Fruit Salad
- Big Green Salad
Variation to the Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Sandwich:
- Healthy Alternative – If you prefer to not fry the chicken you can bake at 450 using a baking sheet for 30 minutes. Place a wire rack on the baking sheet to help make the chicken crispy. I suggest flipping about halfway.
- Baking Powder – If you are baking the chicken, add in some baking powder to get the skin crispy.
- Adjust the seasoning. If you like an even spicier chicken sandwich, add more paprika and cayenne pepper to suit your taste. You can also add hot sauce.
- Reduce the pickle juice. If you do not care for this flavor, reduce the amount to ½ cup and combine with ½ cup water.
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Chick Fil A Spicy Deluxe Sandwich
Estimated Cost: $12.25, $3.06 per Serving
Chick-Fil-A Spicy Deluxe Sandwich is a spicy, and crispy sandwich. You can easily make this copycat recipe at home with easy ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 1 cup Dill Pickle Juice
- 1 large Egg
- 1 cup Milk
- 1 cup All Purpose Flour
- 1 Tbsp Confectioner’s Sugar
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 1 tsp Salt
- Peanut Oil or Canola Oil for Frying
- 4 Hamburger Buns
- 16 Dill Pickles
- 4 Slices Pepper Jack Cheese
- 1 Tomato sliced
- 4 Pieces of Leaf Lettuce
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Instructions
- Filet 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts into 4 even pieces and trim off any excess fat.
- Place the chicken pieces in a medium bowl with 1 cup dill pickle juice. Cover and refrigerate for 30–60 minutes, or overnight for best results.
- Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and drain off the pickle juice.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 cup milk.
- Pour the egg mixture over the chicken pieces and toss to coat.
- In a large zip-top bag, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 tablespoon confectioners sugar, 1 teaspoon paprika, 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper. Seal the bag and shake to combine.
- Remove the chicken from the milk mixture, allowing the excess liquid to drip off.
- Place the chicken into the bag with the flour mixture. Seal the bag and shake until all pieces are evenly coated.
- Heat peanut oil or canola oil in a large skillet over medium heat or preheat a deep fryer according to the manufacturer's instructions.
- Working in batches if necessary, fry the chicken for approximately 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown, crispy, and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Immediately place 1 slice pepper jack cheese on each piece of hot chicken so the cheese melts.
- Place the chicken on 4 hamburger buns.
- Top each sandwich with 4 dill pickle slices, sliced tomato, and 1 piece leaf lettuce.
- Serve warm and enjoy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories 464kcal, Carbohydrates 59g, Protein 28g, Fat 13g, Saturated Fat 6g, Polyunsaturated Fat 1g, Monounsaturated Fat 3g, Trans Fat 1g, Cholesterol 102mg, Sodium 3966mg, Potassium 706mg, Fiber 6g, Sugar 12g, Vitamin A 1734IU, Vitamin C 8mg, Calcium 381mg, Iron 4mg
