Church's Chicken Chicken Sandwich (Copycat Recipe)

This Church's Chicken Chicken Sandwich copycat recipe brings the iconic flavors of the beloved fast-food classic right to your kitchen. Featuring a crispy, seasoned chicken breast, fresh pickles, and creamy mayonnaise, all nestled between a soft, toasted bun, this sandwich is a satisfying meal that captures the essence of traditional Southern cooking. Perfect for lunch or dinner, it's a crowd-pleaser that meets the cravings for comfort food.

Ingredients:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 4 hamburger buns
• Mayonnaise
• Sliced pickles

Instructions:

1. In a bowl, soak the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.
2. In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
3. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
5. Fry the chicken breasts in batches for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
6. Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
7. Assemble the sandwiches by spreading mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun, adding a fried chicken breast, and topping with sliced pickles. Place the top bun on and serve immediately.