Dairy-Free Homemade Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Sandwich
Craving the iconic Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich but need a dairy-free twist? This Dairy-Free Homemade Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Sandwich captures all the beloved flavors of the classic fast-food favorite without the dairy, making it perfect for those with dietary restrictions. Tender chicken breasts are marinated in a pickle juice and dairy-free mayonnaise blend for maximum juiciness and flavor, then double-dredged in a seasoned flour and plant milk batter for that signature crispy coating. Fried to golden perfection and paired with soft dairy-free buns and tangy dill pickles, this sandwich delivers all the satisfaction of the original in a homemade, allergen-friendly version. Whether you're avoiding dairy or just love recreating restaurant favorites at home, this recipe is sure to become a new staple! Perfect for weeknight dinners or a fun weekend treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 cup Pickle juice
- 0.25 cup Dairy-free mayonnaise
- 1 cup Flour
- 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 1 cup Soy milk or almond milk
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 2 pieces Dairy-free hamburger buns
- 4 slices Dill pickle slices
Instructions
Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch for uniform cooking.
In a bowl, combine the kosher salt, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
Rub the spice mix all over the chicken breasts.
In a zip-top bag or shallow dish, mix together the pickle juice and dairy-free mayonnaise.
Add the seasoned chicken breasts into the pickle juice mixture, ensuring they are well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.
Prepare the breading by mixing the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder in a large shallow dish.
In another bowl, mix the soy milk (or almond milk) with the hot sauce.
Remove the chicken from the marinade, shake off excess, and dip into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
Dip the flour-coated chicken into the plant milk mixture, then back into the flour mixture, pressing it to adhere.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Carefully add the breaded chicken breasts to the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Transfer the fried chicken to a wire rack to drain and cool slightly.
Toast the dairy-free hamburger buns in a skillet until golden brown, if desired.
Assemble the sandwich by placing a fried chicken breast onto the bottom half of each bun, adding dill pickle slices, and topping with the other half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your dairy-free Chick-fil-A style chicken sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5472 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 483.8 g | 620% | |
| Saturated Fat | 70.9 g | 355% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 296 mg | 99% | |
| Sodium | 4730 mg | 206% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 176.3 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.3 g | ||
| Protein | 138.6 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.1 mcg | 15% | |
| Calcium | 449 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 15.0 mg | 83% | |
| Potassium | 1604 mg | 34% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
