Copycat Burger King Original Chicken Sandwich
Serves: 4
Prep time: 20 minutes
Chill time: 1 hour
Cook time: 15 minutes
Bring the fast-food classic right to your kitchen with these Copycat Burger King Original Chicken Sandwiches!
Made with lean ground chicken breast, perfectly seasoned and shaped into that signature oblong patty, these sandwiches are crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and topped with cool shredded lettuce and creamy mayo, all on a toasted sesame seed bun.
They taste just like the drive-thru favorite but are fresher, customizable, and made right at home.
How To Make Copycat Burger King Original Chicken Sandwich
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground lean chicken breast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1.5 cups flour
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 sesame seed buns
- Mayonnaise
- Shredded lettuce
Step-by-Step Guide
1. In a large bowl combine your ground chicken, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons garlic powder and ¼ teaspoon onion powder.
2. Form into 4 oblong patties.
3. Place on a parchment lined tray and freeze for at least 1 hour.
4. In a bowl or shallow dish add your flour.
5. In another bowl or shallow dish whisk together the egg and water.
6. In another bowl or shallow dish whisk together your panko breadcrumbs, black pepper and paprika.
7. In a large deep skillet heat about an inch of oil over medium high heat.
8. Dredge the frozen chicken patties in the flour, then egg, then in the panko.
9. Working 2 at a time, fry the chicken patties in oil about 2-3 minutes per side, flipping once. Make sure the patties are 165 degrees on a meat thermometer.
10. Set aside on a wire rack to drain.
11. In a clean skillet over medium heat melt the butter and place the buns in the pan until lightly golden.
12. Assemble the sandwiches by spreading mayonnaise on the buns, adding a chicken patty and shredded lettuce.
13. Serve!
Tips & Tricks
- Shape matters: Forming the patties into an oblong shape gives them that authentic Burger King look.
- Freeze before frying: Freezing the patties for at least 1 hour helps them hold their shape during dredging and frying.
- Oil temp check: Keep oil around 350°F for crispy patties without greasy spots, too hot will burn, too cool will make them soggy.
- Drain properly: Use a wire rack instead of paper towels so the bottoms stay crisp.
- Toast those buns: That buttery golden crust on the buns makes every bite taste restaurant-quality.
Substitutions
- Chicken: Swap ground chicken breast for ground turkey or ground chicken thighs for more juiciness.
- Breadcrumbs: Regular breadcrumbs can be used instead of panko, though panko gives the crispiest coating.
- Buns: Any soft sandwich roll or brioche bun works if you don’t have sesame seed buns.
- Seasonings: Add more garlic powder, paprika, or even cayenne if you want a bolder flavor.
- Mayonnaise: Swap for light mayo or flavored mayo (garlic aioli, chipotle mayo) for a twist.
Variations
- Spicy Version: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the egg wash for a kick.
- Cheesy Upgrade: Add a slice of American, cheddar, or pepper jack cheese before serving.
- Chicken Parmesan Sandwich: Swap mayo and lettuce for marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese for an Italian twist.
- Mini Sliders: Make smaller patties and serve on slider buns for parties or game day.
Copycat Burger King Original Chicken Sandwich
Print Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds ground lean chicken breast
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1.5 cups flour
- 2 eggs
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 1/2 cups breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 sesame seed buns
- Mayonnaise
- Shredded lettuce
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine your ground chicken, 2 teaspoons salt, 2 teaspoons garlic powder and ¼ teaspoon onion powder.
- Form into 4 oblong patties.
- Place on a parchment lined tray and freeze for at least 1 hour.
- In a bowl or shallow dish add your flour.
- In another bowl or shallow dish whisk together the egg and water.
- In another bowl or shallow dish whisk together your panko breadcrumbs, black pepper and paprika.
- In a large deep skillet heat about an inch of oil over medium high heat.
- Dredge the frozen chicken patties in the flour, then egg, then in the panko.
- Working 2 at a time, fry the chicken patties in oil about 2-3 minutes per side, flipping once. Make sure the patties are 165 degrees on a meat thermometer.
- Set aside on a wire rack to drain.
- In a clean skillet over medium heat melt the butter and place the buns in the pan until lightly golden.
- Assemble the sandwiches by spreading mayonnaise on the buns, adding a chicken patty and shredded lettuce.
- Serve!
Notes
Tips & Tricks
- Shape matters: Forming the patties into an oblong shape gives them that authentic Burger King look.
- Freeze before frying: Freezing the patties for at least 1 hour helps them hold their shape during dredging and frying.
- Oil temp check: Keep oil around 350°F for crispy patties without greasy spots, too hot will burn, too cool will make them soggy.
- Drain properly: Use a wire rack instead of paper towels so the bottoms stay crisp.
- Toast those buns: That buttery golden crust on the buns makes every bite taste restaurant-quality.
Substitutions
- Chicken: Swap ground chicken breast for ground turkey or ground chicken thighs for more juiciness.
- Breadcrumbs: Regular breadcrumbs can be used instead of panko, though panko gives the crispiest coating.
- Buns: Any soft sandwich roll or brioche bun works if you don’t have sesame seed buns.
- Seasonings: Add more garlic powder, paprika, or even cayenne if you want a bolder flavor.
- Mayonnaise: Swap for light mayo or flavored mayo (garlic aioli, chipotle mayo) for a twist.
Variations
- Spicy Version: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the egg wash for a kick.
- Cheesy Upgrade: Add a slice of American, cheddar, or pepper jack cheese before serving.
- Chicken Parmesan Sandwich: Swap mayo and lettuce for marinara sauce and mozzarella cheese for an Italian twist.
- Mini Sliders: Make smaller patties and serve on slider buns for parties or game day.
