Low Fat Homemade KFC Zinger Burger
Craving the iconic KFC Zinger Burger but looking for a healthier twist? This **Low Fat Homemade KFC Zinger Burger** recipe delivers all the bold, spicy flavors and crispy textures you love—without the guilt! Marinated in a flavorful blend of buttermilk, smoked paprika, garlic, and cayenne pepper, the tender chicken fillets are oven-baked to golden perfection with a crunchy whole wheat breadcrumb coating. Topped with fresh lettuce, juicy tomato slices, and a zesty homemade spicy mayo, all nestled in whole wheat burger buns, this easy-to-make burger offers a guilt-free indulgence that’s perfect for satisfying comfort food cravings. Ready in under an hour, this low-fat KFC Zinger alternative is ideal for anyone seeking a healthier take on their favorite fast-food treat!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 whole Chicken breast
- 120 ml Buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 100 grams Whole wheat breadcrumbs
- 1 bottle Olive oil spray
- 2 pieces Whole wheat burger buns
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 1 large Tomato
- 2 tablespoons Light mayonnaise
- 1 teaspoon Hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Slice each chicken breast horizontally to create thinner fillets. Pound to an even thickness for better cooking.
In a bowl, mix buttermilk with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Add the chicken fillets to this mixture, ensuring they are well-coated. Marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
In a shallow bowl, place the whole wheat breadcrumbs.
Remove chicken fillets from the buttermilk mixture and let excess marinade drip off. Coat each fillet thoroughly with breadcrumbs, pressing them into the breadcrumbs to ensure they stick well.
Place the coated fillets on the prepared baking tray and lightly spray both sides with olive oil spray.
Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes or until the chicken is fully cooked and golden brown, turning halfway through for even crispiness.
Meanwhile, slice the tomato into rounds and prepare the lettuce leaves. Mix light mayonnaise, hot sauce, and lemon juice in a small bowl to create the spicy sauce.
To assemble, lightly toast the whole wheat burger buns if desired. Spread a spoonful of spicy sauce onto the bottom half of each bun.
Place a baked chicken fillet on top, followed by slices of tomato, and lettuce leaves.
Finish by spreading a small amount of spicy sauce on the top bun before placing it on the burger.
Serve hot and enjoy your low-fat homemade KFC Zinger Burger.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3184 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 266.1 g | 341% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 225 mg | 75% | |
| Sodium | 6572 mg | 286% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 155.7 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.9 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.1 g | ||
| Protein | 102.0 g | 204% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 497 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 12.3 mg | 68% | |
| Potassium | 1813 mg | 39% | |
*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.
