Best 3 Copycat Wendys Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich Recipes

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**Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich: A Taste of Perfection**

Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich is a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds with its perfect blend of flavors and textures. The sandwich features a crispy, golden-brown chicken fillet, coated in a flavorful breading that delivers a delightful crunch with every bite. The chicken is perfectly cooked, maintaining its juicy tenderness while delivering a subtle spiciness that lingers on the palate. The sandwich is then topped with crisp lettuce, juicy tomatoes, and creamy mayonnaise, all nestled between two soft, fluffy buns. With its combination of bold flavors and satisfying textures, the Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich is a sandwich experience like no other.

**The article offers two variations of the recipe:**

1. **Classic Copycat Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich:** This recipe meticulously recreates the iconic Wendy's sandwich, using simple and accessible ingredients to achieve that signature taste.

2. **Air Fryer Copycat Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich:** This version caters to those who prefer a healthier cooking method, utilizing an air fryer to achieve crispy, juicy chicken without the added oil.

Whether you're a fan of classic fried chicken sandwiches or prefer a healthier alternative, these recipes provide step-by-step instructions and helpful tips to ensure you can enjoy a restaurant-quality sandwich in the comfort of your own home.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

COPYCAT WENDY'S SPICY CHICKEN SANDWICH



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Heat up your weeknight routine with this Wendy's copycat spicy chicken sandwich. It's easy to make and loaded with finger-licking flavor.

Provided by Sarah Thomas-Drawbaugh

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 lb. chicken tenderloins ( about 8 pieces boneless, skinless)
1 cup AP flour (all purpose flour, for breading the chicken )
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon dried mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 large eggs (whisked )
1 cup vegetable oil (for frying, you can also use an air fryer if you prefer)
¼ cup butter (salted, 4 tablespoons )
¾ cup hot sauce (I used Frank's red hot)
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon pepper
4 sandwich buns (King's Hawaiian or St. Pierre Burger Buns)
¼ cup butter (used to butter the buns, about 1 tablespoon per bun)
4 pieces iceberg lettuce (washed and dried )
1 large heirloom tomato ( sliced thick)
½ cup pickles (bread and butter chips or spicy chips work best)
¼ cup mayonnaise (about 1 tablespoon per sandwich)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
  • Grab a baking tray and set it aside.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 sandwich, Calories 672 kcal, Carbohydrate 37 g, Protein 34 g, Fat 43 g, SaturatedFat 19 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 232 mg, Sodium 2656 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 6 g, UnsaturatedFat 21 g

WENDY'S SPICY CHICKEN SANDWICH



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You can use this chicken to make wendy's spicy chicken wrap: 1 flour tortillas, smear some ranch dressing, chopped lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese and half of a chicken.

Provided by In the Kitchen with Jonny

Categories     Sandwich     Quick and Easy     Quick     Nut-Free     Dairy-Free     Shellfish-Free     Weekend Project     Beginner     Soy-Free     Fish-Free     Peanut-Free     Tree Nut-Free     Sugar-Free     Stove

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

as needed Oil
1/3 cup Frank's® RedHot® Sauce
2/3 cup Water
4 Chicken Breast
1 cup All-Purpose Flour
4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
1/2 teaspoon Paprika
1/8 teaspoon Garlic Powder
4 Hamburger Bun
1 Tomato
4 Lettuce Leaf
to taste Mayonnaise

Steps:

  • In a cast Iron skillet, heat up the Oil (as needed) to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
  • Inside a bowl, mix together the Water (2/3 cup), and the Frank's® RedHot® Sauce (1/3 cup).
  • In a separate bowl, mix together the All-Purpose Flour (1 cup), Cayenne Pepper (4 teaspoon), Salt (1 teaspoon), Ground Black Pepper (1 teaspoon), Onion Powder (1 teaspoon), Paprika (1/2 teaspoon), and Garlic Powder (1/8 teaspoon).
  • Roll the Chicken Breast (4) in the flour mixture, then in the hot sauce mixture, and then back to the flour mixture. Do this one by one with all of the chicken.
  • Fry each chicken breast for about 8 minutes, flipping them half way through.
  • Drain off the excess oil from the fillets. Arrange the fillets, sliced Tomato (1), and Lettuce Leaf (4) inside your Hamburger Bun (4). top with some Mayonnaise (to taste), and serve!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Protein 9.3 g, Fat 8.4 g, Carbohydrate 20.1 g, Sugar 1.2 g, Sodium 561.7 mg, Fiber 1.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, TransFat 0 g, UnsaturatedFat 5.0 g

WENDY'S SPICY CHICKEN FILLET SANDWICH



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copycat

Provided by Kathleen Riemer

Categories     Sandwiches

Number Of Ingredients 15

6 -8 cups vegetable oil
1/3 cup frank's original red hot pepper sauce read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/wendys-spicy-chicken-fillet-sandwich-134437?oc=linkback
2/3 cup water
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper read more: http://www.food.com/recipe/wendys-spicy-chicken-fillet-sandwich-134437?oc=linkback
1 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
4 chicken breast fillets
4 plain hamburger buns
8 teaspoons mayonnaise
4 lettuce leaves
4 slices tomatoes

Steps:

  • 1. Preheat 6 to 8 cups of oil in a deep fryer to 350 degrees. 2 Combine the pepper sauce and water in a small bowl. 3 Combine the flour, salt, cayenne pepper, black pepper, onion powder, paprika and garlic powder in another shallow bowl. 4 Pound each of the chicken pieces with a mallet until about 3/8-inch thick. Trim each breast fillet if necessary to help it fit on the bun. 5 Working with one fillet at a time, coat each piece with the flour, then dredge it in the diluted pepper sauce. Coat the chicken once again in the flour mixture and set it aside until the rest of the chicken is coated. 6 Fry the chicken fillets for 8 to 12 minutes or until they are light brown and crispy. Remove the chicken to a rack or to paper towels to drain. 7 As chicken is frying, prepare each sandwich by grilling the face of the hamburger buns on a hot skillet over medium heat. Spread about 2 teaspoons of mayonnaise on the face of each of the inverted top buns. 8 Place a tomato slice onto the mayonnaise, then stack a leaf of lettuce on top of the tomato. 9 On each of the bottom buns, stack one piece of chicken. 10 Flip the top half of each sandwich onto the bottom half and serve hot.

Tips:

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken breasts for a leaner sandwich.
  • Soak the chicken in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to tenderize it and add flavor.
  • Make sure the chicken is completely coated in the breading before frying.
  • Fry the chicken in hot oil until it is golden brown and crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside.
  • To make the spicy sauce, combine mayonnaise, minced jalapenos, cayenne pepper, and paprika.
  • Serve the sandwich on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato, and pickles.

Conclusion:

This copycat Wendy's Spicy Chicken Fillet Sandwich is a delicious and easy-to-make sandwich that is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner. The chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, and the spicy sauce adds a nice kick of flavor. Serve it on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings for a complete meal. This sandwich is sure to be a hit with the whole family!

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