Homemade KFC Zinger Burger Recipe
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5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Marinating Time
3 hrs
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Total Time
3 hrs 35 mins
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Servings
4 zinger burgers
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Calories
640 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Lunch, Dinner
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Cuisine
American
Homemade KFC Zinger Burger Recipe
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KFC Zinger Burger or Chicken Burger is the perfect fried chicken sandwich with an added “Zing!” for lovers of a little extra heat. Crispy chicken thighs are balanced by a creamy burger sauce, placed on a toasted brioche bun. This copycat recipe is going to be your most requested meal.
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Ingredients
For the Chicken Fillet
- 4 boneless chicken thighs I recommend using chicken thighs for the best result, but you can also use chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 ½ tablespoons hot sauce optional
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
Dredging Mix
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 ½ tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/4 tablespoon salt
- 1/4 tablespoon paprika
For Frying the Chicken
- vegetable oil
For the Burger Sauce
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 4 tablespoons ketchup
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Mustard Sauce
For the Zinger Burger
- 4 burger buns (sesame seed hamburger buns)
- 1/2 bunch green leaf lettuce
- butter optional
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Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: In a large mixing bowl, add buttermilk, hot sauce, salt and pepper. Mix well and add chicken. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours.
- Make the dredging mix: In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, oregano, white pepper, cayenne pepper, paprika and salt. Mix well and set aside.
- Fry the chicken: When ready to cook, place a large pot or saucepan over medium-high heat and add 2 inches of oil. Heat the oil to 350˚F (177˚C)
- Working one at a time, remove each piece from the marinade. Shake to remove excess, and then place it in the dredging mix and coat thoroughly. Tap off the excess.
- Slowly lower the breaded chicken pieces into the oil. You’ll notice that the temperature will drop slightly, so adjust the heat so that the temperature will stay between 300-350˚F. (Make sure not to crowd the pan).
- Fry each piece for about 10-14 minutes, turning each piece every 2 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165˚F
- Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a cooling rack. Let them rest for 10 minutes.
- Make the burger sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together all the sauce ingredients.
- Assemble Zinger Burger: Toast the buns on a skillet or grill until golden brown. Then spread softened butter on the cut-side of the buns.
- Place the bottom bun on a plate. Then spread some burger sauce. Place the crispy chicken on top, add lettuce, and drizzle more burger sauce.
- Add the top bun on top. Serve hot with French fries and salad.
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Notes
- Make sure to keep the oil temperature between 300-350˚F.
- I suggest marinating the chicken for at least 3 hours. If you are in a rush, you can marinate for 1 hour. But don’t skip this process as it will give you more juicy and tender chicken.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
640kcal
(32%)
Carbohydrates
63g
(21%)
Protein
29g
(58%)
Fat
29g
(45%)
Saturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
122mg
(41%)
Sodium
1751mg
(73%)
Potassium
594mg
(17%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
3959IU
(79%)
Vitamin C
12mg
(13%)
Calcium
190mg
(19%)
Iron
5mg
(28%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4zinger burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 640 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 640kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 63g | 21% |
| Protein | 29g | 58% |
| Fat | 29g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 1751mg | 73% |
| Potassium | 594mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 3959IU | 79% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 190mg | 19% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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