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Popeyes Spicy Chicken Sandwich

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The internet has made the Popeyes Spicy Chicken sandwich go viral. This chicken sandwich has spawned countless Instagram and Twitter video post confirming it’s crispy deliciousness. The general public is shaken! Influencers and social media users have endured the long wait times that have been reported to be over an hour just to test the Popeyes Spicy Chicken sandwich against its competitor Chick-Fil-a.

Popeyes Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Popeyes Spicy Chicken Sandwich

The demand has had multiple Popeyes’ locations run out of sandwiches resulting in consumers being turned away. In some instances, customers would become irate and fight. This recipe I’ve created will allow you to skip the high cost and long lines. I have developed a delicious copycat recipe that is very satisfying. Following this recipe will leave you with a sandwich that includes a crispy spicy chicken breast, spicy mayo, and homemade dill pickles laid on top of a soft brioche bun without the hassle.

If you don’t like spicy chicken this fried chicken recipe will work for this sandwich as well.

Stop waiting in the Popeyes line and let’s get cooking!

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Popeyes Spicy Chicken Sandwich

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Popeyes Spicy Chicken Sandwich Recipe
  • Difficulty:Easy
  • Prep Time:90 mins
  • Cook Time:15 mins
  • Serves:4
  • Freezable:No

Nutrition per portion

Ingredients
  • 2 Chicken Breast (Halved)
  • 1 Cup Buttermilk
  • 1/4 Cup Hot Sauce
  • 2 Cups Flour
  • 1 Tbsp of Cajun Seasoning
  • 1 Tbsp of Garlic Powder
  • 1 Tbsp of Onion Powder
  • 1 Tsp of Paprika
  • 1 Tsp of Salt
  • 1 Tsp of Pepper
  • 1 Tsp of Hot Chilli Powder
  • 4 Cups of Oil
  • 4 Brioche Buns
  • 1/2 Cup Tri-Color Cabbage
  • 1 Large Pot
  • 1 Rolling Pin
  • 2 Pieces of Saran Wrap
Method
Take one piece of the halved chicken breast and place it in between the two pieces of saran wrap. With the rolling pin, gently beat the chicken breast until an even thickness about one inch and sit aside. Continue to beat the rest of the chicken pieces into the same thickness. Pour buttermilk and hot sauce in a large bowl. Mix until well combined. Add the chicken breast into the marinade. Allow the chicken to marinate for 2 hours or overnight.

Cook:

In another large bowl,  add the flour. cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, hot chili powder, and pepper. Mix well to combine. Remove chicken from the marinade and place onto a plate. Then coat the chicken in the seasoned flour evenly. Shake off any excess. Sit them on the rack and allow the coating to adhere. Let it stand for about 10 minutes. In a large pot, add oil and heat to 320 F. Place the chicken pieces in the pot laying them away from you in the oil and allow it to fry about 6-8 minutes. The chicken should be at an internal temp of 165F. Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a rack and sprinkle with a little salt. I pull mine at 162 F internal and allow the residual resting heat to cook the chicken the rest of the way. Allow the chicken to rest for about 3-5 minutes. The resting will allow the juiciness to lock back into the meat.

Build your sandwich:

Butter both brioche buns and allow to toast in a warm skillet for about 2 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from skillet and add spicy mayo, homemade pickles, and crispy chicken breast then enjoy. If you want to kick this sandwich up a bit, add some fresh cabbage on top of the chicken for freshness and a little more crunch.