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    1 July 2021

    KFC Donut Chicken Sandwich Copycat Recipe

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    Donut Chicken Sandwich is sweet, savory, crispy, and delicious! This KFC copycat recipe is easy to make at home and full of flavor. Boneless chicken fillets are marinated in buttermilk, then fried to crispy perfection and sandwiched between delicious glazed donuts. You’ve never had a chicken sandwich quite like this!

    Donut Chicken Sandwich is sweet, savory, crispy, and delicious! This KFC copycat recipe is easy to make at home and full of flavor. Boneless chicken fillets are marinated in buttermilk, then fried to crispy perfection and sandwiched between delicious glazed donuts. You’ve never had a chicken sandwich quite like this!

    If you love chicken and waffles, this recipe will be right up your alley. The homemade version is even better than the Donut Fried Chicken Sandwich served at KFC!

    I love to recreate my favorite restaurant-style Sandwich and Burger recipes, including Travis Scott Burger, Zinger Burgers, and these Donut Chicken Sandwiches.

    What is a Donut Chicken Sandwich?

    As the name suggests, the Donut Chicken Sandwich comprises a crispy chicken fillet sandwiched between two glazed donuts. The combination of sweet and meat is reminiscent of Southern chicken and waffles.

    Ingredients You’ll Need

    • Boneless Chicken: I used chicken fillets from chicken breasts, but you can also use chicken thighs for this recipe.
    • Chicken Marinade: Made of buttermilk, salt, and pepper.
    • Dredging Mix: Made with flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, oregano, white pepper, cayenne pepper, salt, and paprika
    • Vegetable Oil: For frying
    • Glazed Donuts

    How to Make Donut Chicken Sandwich

    Step 1: Marinate the chicken

    Step 1 photo showing how to marinate chicken

    Whisk together buttermilk, salt and pepper. Then add chicken. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 3 hours.

    Step 2: Make the dredging mix

    Step 2 photo showing how to make the dredging mix.

    Combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, oregano, white pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika and salt.

    Step 3: Fry the chicken

    Step 3 photo showing how to fry the chicken
    • Place a deep fryer or large pot over medium-high heat and add 2 inches of oil. Heat the oil to 350˚F.
    • Remove each chicken piece from the marinade. Shake to remove excess, and then place it in the dredging mix and coat thoroughly. Tap off the excess.
    • Slowly lower the breaded chicken pieces into the oil. Fry each piece for about 10-15 minutes, turning each piece every 2 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F.
    • Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a cooling rack. Let them rest for 10 minutes.

    Step 4: Assemble the sandwich

    Step 4 photo showing assembled donut chicken sandwich

    Place one donut on a plate, then add the crispy chicken on top. Add another donut on top.

    Pro Tips

    • Cut chicken breasts into thinner fillets for the best results: It’s best to cut them into pieces that are slightly bigger than your donuts.
    • Marinate chicken for at least 3 hours: To get all that good flavor and for extra tender meat, allow the chicken to marinate for at least 3 hours or up to 12 hours.
    • Make sure the temperature of the oil stays between 300-350˚F during frying: If the oil gets too hot, the chicken will be dry or burnt. Keep the oil at a steady temperature between 300 and 350˚F.
    Donut Chicken Sandwich is sweet, savory, crispy, and delicious! This KFC copycat recipe is easy to make at home and full of flavor. Boneless chicken fillets are marinated in buttermilk, then fried to crispy perfection and sandwiched between delicious glazed donuts. You’ve never had a chicken sandwich quite like this!

    How Much is a Donut Chicken Sandwich at KFC?

    At Kentucky Fried Chicken restaurants, you can cop a Donut Chicken Sandwich for $5.99. Make it a combo with an additional $2.00.

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    I hope you like this recipe. If you try it, please comment below and let me know how your Donut Chicken Sandwich turns out!

    Donut Chicken Sandwich is sweet, savory, crispy, and delicious! This KFC copycat recipe is easy to make at home and full of flavor. Boneless chicken fillets are marinated in buttermilk, then fried to crispy perfection and sandwiched between delicious glazed donuts. You’ve never had a chicken sandwich quite like this!

    Homemade KFC Donut Chicken Sandwich Recipe

    Donut Chicken Sandwich is sweet, savory, crispy, and delicious! This KFC copycat recipe is easy to make at home and full of flavor. Boneless chicken fillets are marinated in buttermilk, then fried to crispy perfection and sandwiched between delicious glazed donuts. You’ve never had a chicken sandwich quite like this!
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Marinating Time: 3 hours hours
    Total Time: 3 hours hours 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 4 sandwiches
    Author: Izzy

    Equipment

    • Deep Fryer
    • Slotted Spoon

    Ingredients 

    For the Chicken Fillet

    • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts cut half lengthwise
    • 1 cup buttermilk
    • 1/2 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
    • vegetable oil for frying

    Dredging Mix

    • 1 cup all-purpose flour
    • 2 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
    • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
    • 1/4 tablespoon salt
    • 1/4 tablespoon paprika

    For the Sandwich

    • 8 glazed donuts

    Instructions 

    • Marinate the chicken: In a large mixing bowl, add buttermilk, salt and pepper. Mix well and add chicken. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 3 hours.
    • Make the dredging mix: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, oregano, white pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika and salt. Mix well and set aside.
    • Fry the chicken: When ready to cook, place a deep fryer or large pot over medium-high heat and add 2 inches of oil. Heat the oil to 350˚F (177˚C).
    • Working one at a time, remove each chicken piece from the marinade. Shake to remove excess, and then place it in the dredging mix and coat thoroughly. Tap off the excess.
    • Slowly lower the breaded chicken pieces into the oil with a slotted spoon. You’ll notice that the temperature will drop slightly, so adjust the heat so that the temperature will stay between 300-350˚F.
    • Fry each piece for about 10-15 minutes, turning each piece every 2 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F.
    • Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a cooling rack. Let them rest for 10 minutes.
    • Assemble the sandwich: Place one donut on a plate, then add the crispy chicken on top. Add another donut on top. Serve hot and enjoy!

    Notes

    • Make sure to keep the oil temperature between 300-350˚F.
    • I suggest marinating the chicken for at least 3 hours for the juiciest and tender chicken. If you are in a rush, you can marinate for 1 hour, but don’t skip this process.
    Author: Izzy
    Course: Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: Donut Chicken Sandwich
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    1 July 2021, by Izzy Leave a Comment Filed Under: Copycat, Dinner, Lunch, Recipes

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