Soy-Free Homemade Zinger Fillet

Satisfy your cravings for a crispy, spicy treat with this Soy-Free Homemade Zinger Fillet recipe! Perfectly tender chicken breast fillets are marinated in a zesty buttermilk and hot sauce blend, then coated in a flavorful spice mix featuring paprika, cayenne, and garlic for that signature kick. Each fillet is fried to golden-brown perfection, delivering a tantalizing crunch without the need for soy-based ingredients. This easy-to-follow recipe is ready in under an hour and customizable for various serving options—enjoy it in a sandwich, atop a salad, or paired with classic sides. Whether you're avoiding soy or just love a homemade twist, this dish promises to impress with its bold flavor and irresistibly crispy texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Chicken breast fillets
• 240 ml Buttermilk
• 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
• 240 grams All-purpose flour
• 60 grams Cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 500 ml Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

Place the chicken breast fillets between two pieces of plastic wrap and gently pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.

Step 2

In a bowl, mix together the buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the chicken fillets, ensuring they are completely covered. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

Step 3

In a shallow dish, combine the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.

Step 4

Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge each fillet in the flour mixture. Ensure each fillet is coated evenly and set aside on a plate.

Step 5

Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan or skillet over medium-high heat. The oil should be hot but not smoking, about 350°F (175°C).

Step 6

Carefully add the dredged chicken fillets to the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Avoid overcrowding the pan for even cooking.

Step 7

Fry each side of the fillet for about 5-6 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Step 8

Remove the cooked fillets from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Step 9

Serve the zinger fillets hot, in a sandwich with lettuce and mayo or alongside your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1796.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6731.7

Total Fat 539.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.5g
Cholesterol 584.0mg	0%
Sodium 4944.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 259.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.4g	0%
Total Sugars 13.4g
Protein 249.4g	0%

Vitamin D 128.7IU	0%
Calcium 420.1mg	0%
Iron 18.1mg	0%
Potassium 2303.2mg	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: 70.5%

Protein: 14.5%

Carbs: 15.1%