Dairy-Free Homemade Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Sandwich

Satisfy your fast-food cravings with this irresistible Dairy-Free Homemade Chick-fil-A Style Chicken Sandwich! Perfect for those avoiding dairy, this recipe reimagines the beloved classic with tender chicken breasts marinated in a flavorful blend of pickle juice and dairy-free mayo, then coated in a crispy, spiced breading for that signature crunch. The chicken is fried to golden perfection and nestled between toasted dairy-free hamburger buns, complete with tangy dill pickle slices for the ultimate bite. With simple pantry staples like paprika, garlic powder, and plant-based milk, this recipe ensures all the flavor without the dairy. Ideal for a quick dinner or an indulgent weekend treat, this sandwich is sure to wow your taste buds—Chick-fil-A style, but homemade and completely dairy-free! Perfect for those seeking a crowd-pleasing, allergen-friendly meal.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:60 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 2

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 0.5 cup Pickle juice
• 0.25 cup Dairy-free mayonnaise
• 1 cup Flour
• 2 tablespoons Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 cup Soy milk or almond milk
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 pieces Dairy-free hamburger buns
• 4 slices Dill pickle slices

Directions

Step 1

Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch for uniform cooking.

Step 2

In a bowl, combine the kosher salt, paprika, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.

Step 3

Rub the spice mix all over the chicken breasts.

Step 4

In a zip-top bag or shallow dish, mix together the pickle juice and dairy-free mayonnaise.

Step 5

Add the seasoned chicken breasts into the pickle juice mixture, ensuring they are well-coated. Seal the bag or cover the dish, and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for more flavor.

Step 6

Prepare the breading by mixing the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder in a large shallow dish.

Step 7

In another bowl, mix the soy milk (or almond milk) with the hot sauce.

Step 8

Remove the chicken from the marinade, shake off excess, and dip into the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.

Step 9

Dip the flour-coated chicken into the plant milk mixture, then back into the flour mixture, pressing it to adhere.

Step 10

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 11

Carefully add the breaded chicken breasts to the hot oil and fry for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 12

Transfer the fried chicken to a wire rack to drain and cool slightly.

Step 13

Toast the dairy-free hamburger buns in a skillet until golden brown, if desired.

Step 14

Assemble the sandwich by placing a fried chicken breast onto the bottom half of each bun, adding dill pickle slices, and topping with the other half of the bun.

Step 15

Serve immediately and enjoy your dairy-free Chick-fil-A style chicken sandwich!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1560.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5472.1

Total Fat 483.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 268.8g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 4730.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 138.6g	0%

Vitamin D 123.5IU	0%
Calcium 448.9mg	0%
Iron 15.0mg	0%
Potassium 1604.4mg	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: 77.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 12.6%