Crispy KFC-Style Chicken Burger

 

Crispy KFC-Style Chicken Burger — Better Than Takeout!

If you love the iconic KFC crispy chicken burger, this homemade version will blow you away. Juicy marinated chicken, extra crispy double-coated breading, creamy coleslaw, and a spicy homemade sauce all stacked inside a soft toasted bun.
It’s crunchy, flavorful, and unbelievably satisfying — everything you want in a perfect fried chicken sandwich.

The best part? You can make it easily at home with simple ingredients and a few key techniques that guarantee that signature KFC crunch.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ultra-crispy double coating, just like KFC

• Juicy, tender chicken thanks to the buttermilk marinade

• Homemade coleslaw for freshness and crunch

• A spicy creamy sauce that ties everything together

• Perfect for meal prep, parties, or weekend cravings 

  Ingredients

  Chicken Marinade

  • 2 chicken fillets

  • 1 cup buttermilk

  • Salt & pepper

  • Paprika

  • 2 tbsp hot sauce

  • Garlic powder

  • Onion powder

  • Red chili powder

  Marinate at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results. 

  Dry Batter

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 3 tbsp cornflour

  • 1 tsp chicken powder

  • Salt & pepper

  • Red chili powder

  • Paprika

  • Garlic powder

  • Onion powder

  Mix and set aside. 

  How to Coat the Chicken (for maximum crispiness)

  1. Dip the marinated chicken into the dry batter.

  2. Dip it into the wet marinade again.

  3. Coat once more in the dry batter —
     massage the flour into the chicken to create those signature flaky crumbs.

  4. Fry until golden brown and crispy. 

     Coleslaw

     In a bowl, mix:

     • 1/4 cup cabbage

     • 1/4 cup onions

     • 1/4 cup carrots

     • 2 tbsp mayonnaise

     • 1/2 tbsp Dijon mustard

     • 1/2 tsp lemon juice

     • Salt & pepper

     • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

     Set aside. 

     Spicy Burger Sauce

     Mix together:

     • 1/4 cup mayonnaise

     • 1 tbsp sriracha

     • 1 tbsp finely chopped onion

     • Parsley

     • 1/2 tsp onion powder

     • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

     • 1 tbsp chopped jalapeños

     • Salt to taste  

       Assemble Your KFC-Style Burger

       • Lightly toast the burger buns

       • Spread a spoonful of the spicy sauce

       • Add a layer of coleslaw

       • Place your crispy fried chicken fillet on top

       • Add cheese

       • Add extra jalapeños (optional but delicious!)

       • Close the bun and serve immediately