Fried Chicken Burger
Sink your teeth into the ultimate Fried Chicken Burger—a crispy, golden masterpiece that combines tender, buttermilk-marinated chicken with a perfectly spiced, crunchy coating. This indulgent homemade burger starts with juicy chicken breasts, coated in a flavorful mix of paprika, cayenne, garlic, and onion powder, then fried to perfection for a satisfying crunch in every bite. Nestled between toasted burger buns and layered with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, tangy pickles, and creamy mayonnaise, this recipe transforms classic fast-food flavors into a gourmet experience. Quick to prepare and irresistibly tasty, this Fried Chicken Burger is perfect for satisfying cravings and making dinner a true event. Whether you’re hosting a cookout or enjoying a cozy night in, this recipe delivers bold flavors and guaranteed smiles.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 250 ml buttermilk
- 200 grams all-purpose flour
- 50 grams cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 500 ml vegetable oil
- 4 pieces burger buns
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 4 pieces tomato slices
- 100 grams mayonnaise
- 4 slices pickles
Instructions
Slice each chicken breast in half horizontally to get four thin fillets. Pound them gently to even thickness, if necessary.
In a bowl, combine buttermilk, half of the salt, and half of the black pepper. Submerge the chicken fillets in the buttermilk mixture, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours.
In a shallow dish, mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and the remaining salt and black pepper.
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring each piece is well coated. Set aside.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
Fry the chicken fillets in the hot oil until golden brown and crisp, about 4-5 minutes per side. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Drain on paper towels.
Toast the burger buns lightly in a skillet or under the broiler.
Assemble the burgers by spreading mayonnaise on the bottom halves of the buns. Layer with a lettuce leaf, a fried chicken fillet, a tomato slice, and a pickle slice.
Top with the remaining bun halves and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 541.7 g | 694% | |
| Saturated Fat | 78.5 g | 392% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 284.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 412 mg | 137% | |
| Sodium | 5522 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 322.8 g | 117% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.0 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 150.6 g | 301% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.4 mcg | 17% | |
| Calcium | 576 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 18.4 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 1131 mg | 24% | |
*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.
