Vegetarian Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Biscuit
Craving the iconic Chick-fil-A chicken biscuit but want a vegetarian twist? This **Vegetarian Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Biscuit** transforms firm tofu into a crispy, golden delight that's perfectly seasoned and marinated in tangy dill pickle juice and vegetable broth for authentic flavor. Coated in a spiced flour mixture and fried to perfection, the tofu cutlets are nestled inside warm, flaky biscuits for a hearty and satisfying breakfast sandwich. With simple pantry staples, this recipe is easy to prepare in under an hour, making it ideal for weekday mornings or leisurely weekend brunches. Whether you're embracing Meatless Monday or seeking a plant-based comfort food fix, this sandwich delivers southern-inspired goodness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 block (14 oz) Firm tofu
- 1 cup Vegetable broth
- 1 cup Dill pickle juice
- 1 cup All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1 cup Vegetable oil
- 8 pieces Biscuits (store-bought or homemade)
Instructions
Press the block of tofu using a tofu press or by wrapping it in clean kitchen towels and placing a heavy object on top for at least 20 minutes to remove excess moisture.
Slice the pressed tofu into 8 equal pieces, resembling cutlets.
In a shallow dish, mix the vegetable broth and dill pickle juice. Add tofu pieces to marinate for at least 30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
In another shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground black pepper, and salt.
Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl for dipping.
Remove each tofu piece from the marinade, let excess drip off, then dunk into the flour mixture, coating thoroughly. Dip it into the buttermilk, then back into the flour mixture, pressing firmly to adhere.
Heat the vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
Once the oil is hot, carefully add the tofu pieces to the pan. Fry each side for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Warm pre-baked biscuits according to package instructions or prepare homemade biscuits if preferred.
To assemble, split each biscuit and place a fried tofu cutlet inside. Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4432 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 311.6 g | 399% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.5 g | 328% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 135.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 27 mg | 9% | |
| Sodium | 8532 mg | 371% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 337.7 g | 123% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.8 g | 78% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.2 g | ||
| Protein | 92.8 g | 186% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 1168 mg | 90% | |
| Iron | 23.7 mg | 132% | |
| Potassium | 2078 mg | 44% | |
*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.
