Homemade Zinger Fillet
Crispy, spicy, and irresistibly juicy, this Homemade Zinger Fillet recipe brings the ultimate fast-food favorite right to your kitchen. Tender chicken breast fillets are marinated in a tangy buttermilk and hot sauce mixture to ensure maximum flavor and moistness, then coated in a perfectly seasoned crispy breading that combines paprika, cayenne, and garlic for a bold kick. Fried to golden perfection, these zinger fillets have the ideal crunch that will rival any restaurant version. Whether you serve them in a burger, on a sandwich, or as a standalone star with a side of fries, this 40-minute recipe is your ticket to satisfaction. Perfect for dinner, lunch, or weekend indulgences, these homemade zinger fillets are sure to be a crowd-pleaser for fans of spicy fried chicken.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Chicken breast fillets
- 240 ml Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
- 240 grams All-purpose flour
- 60 grams Cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1.5 liters Oil for frying
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the chicken fillets and ensure they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
In another large bowl, mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing any excess to drip off.
Heat the oil in a large, deep frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 175°C (350°F).
Dredge each chicken fillet in the flour mixture, pressing down firmly so it adheres well. Shake off any excess flour and place the chicken on a wire rack for a few minutes to rest.
Fry the chicken fillets in hot oil, 2 at a time for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels. Let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
Serve the zinger fillets hot in a sandwich, burger bun, or alongside fries.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3456 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 351.5 g | 451% | |
| Saturated Fat | 51.7 g | 259% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 92 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 1049 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.0 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.6 g | ||
| Protein | 39.9 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 5% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.6 mg | 20% | |
| Potassium | 460 mg | 10% | |
*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.
