Chicken Biscuit Sandwich

Crispy, golden fried chicken meets buttery, flaky homemade biscuits in this ultimate comfort food recipe: Chicken Biscuit Sandwiches. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this hearty dish features tender chicken breasts seasoned with a blend of paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne for a touch of smoky heat. The chicken is double-dredged and fried to crunchy perfection, then served on warm, pillowy buttermilk biscuits made from scratch. With just the right balance of flavors and textures, this recipe is a showstopper you'll crave for any occasion. Serve these sandwiches hot, and don't forget to add your favorite condiments or a drizzle of honey for a sweet-savory twist!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons baking powder
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup unsalted butter
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 eggs
• 0.25 cup milk
• 2 cups vegetable oil

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together 2.5 cups flour, 2 tablespoons baking powder, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 0.5 teaspoon salt.

Step 3

Cut in 0.75 cup unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Slowly add 1 cup of buttermilk into the flour mixture, stirring gently until just combined.

Step 5

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead gently 3-4 times.

Step 6

Roll the dough until it's about 1/2 inch thick.

Step 7

Cut the dough into biscuit shapes using a cutter, and place them on a baking sheet.

Step 8

Bake for 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Set aside to cool.

Step 9

While biscuits are baking, slice the 2 pounds of chicken breasts into sandwich-sized pieces.

Step 10

In a small bowl, mix 1 teaspoon salt, 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon paprika, 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder, and 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper.

Step 11

Season chicken pieces with the spice mixture.

Step 12

Dredge chicken pieces in 1 cup flour.

Step 13

In another bowl, whisk together 2 eggs and 0.25 cup milk.

Step 14

Dip the flour-coated chicken into the egg mixture.

Step 15

Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 16

Fry chicken pieces for 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 17

Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.

Step 18

Slice the baked biscuits in half, and assemble the sandwich by placing a piece of fried chicken between the biscuit halves.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2318.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7643.0

Total Fat 546.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 120.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 269.3g
Cholesterol 1361.4mg	0%
Sodium 7349.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 364.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 29.1g
Protein 348.4g	0%

Vitamin D 244.8IU	0%
Calcium 601.5mg	0%
Iron 30.4mg	0%
Potassium 3443.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.3%

Protein: 17.9%

Carbs: 18.8%