Copycat KFC Extra Crispy Chicken Sandwich Your New Favorite Real Deal

Name: Copycat KFC Extra Crispy Chicken Sandwich Your New Favorite Real Deal
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts about 1⅓ lbs; 2 cups cold water; 2 tablespoons plus ¾ teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons sugar; 4 to 6 cups vegetable or peanut oil for frying; 1 large egg; ½ cup milk; 1½ cups all-purpose flour; 3 tablespoons cornstarch; 1½ teaspoons baking powder; ¾ teaspoon garlic powder; 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon Accent flavor enhancer see note; 1 teaspoon paprika; ½ cup mayonnaise best-quality such as Hellmann’s or Duke’s; 3 tablespoons store-bought barbecue sauce; 2 teaspoons Dijon mustard; 6 hamburger buns; Bread and butter pickles

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Prep:30minCook:20min

This Copycat KFC Extra Crispy Chicken Sandwich is perfect for an easy lunch or quick lunch. Enjoy a crispy fried chicken sandwich that's juicy on the inside and homemade with simple ingredients. Great lunch ideas for anyone craving delicious homemade KFC chicken.

Updated at: Wed, 13 May 2026 18:27:58 GMT