Popeye's FAMOUS Chicken Sandwich Attempt (EASY!)

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Greek yogurt adds creaminess with fewer calories.

brioche bun

🥗Healthier: whole wheat bun

💰Cheaper: plain hamburger bun

Whole wheat adds fiber, while plain buns are more economical.

Heat oil to 335 degrees Fahrenheit.

Pound chicken breast between two pieces of parchment paper.

Cut the chicken breast in half.

In a bowl, mix 1 cup buttermilk, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and black pepper.

Whisk the mixture together and dip the chicken into it.

Set the chicken aside after dipping.

In another bowl, mix 1 cup flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 1 tablespoon paprika, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1 teaspoon black pepper.

Add 1 cup of water to the dry ingredients and mix to create a batter.

Dip the chicken into the batter.

Fry the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes, ensuring it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.

Prepare the spicy mayo by mixing 1 cup mayonnaise, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1 teaspoon garlic powder.

Assemble the sandwich by spreading spicy mayo on the brioche bun and adding pickles on top of the fried chicken.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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