Craving some heat? This spicy McChicken hits the spot. Crispy, juicy, and packing a serious kick - it's a solid choice when you're in the mood for something spicy.
If you want a more mild version, try our classic and also healthy McChicken.
Recipe
Easy & Spicy McChicken
Ingredients
Chicken mixture
- 1 lb (453 g) chicken breast (ground)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- olive oil cooking spray
Coating
- 1 egg
- 3 tablespoons (21 g) all-purpose flour
- ½ tablespoon (4 g) cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Assembly
- 3 brioche buns
- 3 tablespoon (42 g) mayonnaise (light)
- 1 cup shredded lettuce (iceberg)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven/air-fryer to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with baking paper, lightly spray with cooking spray.olive oil cooking spray
Prep the Chicken
- In a bowl, combine the ground chicken breast, salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix thoroughly until well combined.1 lb chicken breast (ground), 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, ½ teaspoon smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon pepper
- Lightly beat the egg in a separate small dish.1 egg
Prep the Coating
- Mix the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Spread it out on a plate3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, ½ tablespoon cornstarch, 1 teaspoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon onion powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 2 teaspoons paprika, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Form the Patties
- Divide the ground chicken into equal portions. Roll the chicken in your hands and form a ball, coat it in the egg.
- Drop the egg washed ball on the coating plate and roll it around until coated. Press into the shape of a patty and ensure it is fully coated. Shake off excess flour and place on the baking sheet.
- Lightly spray with olive oil cooking spray before baking.
Bake
- Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Bake 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through and respraying, until golden brown and cooked through.Air-Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Air fry for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C). Flip and respray halfway through cooking.
Assemble
- Assemble bottom up: bun, patty, lettuce, mayo, lid3 brioche buns, 3 tablespoon mayonnaise, 1 cup shredded lettuce
FAQ
Properly stored in an airtight container, homemade spicy McChickens can last 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Make sure to refrigerate them within 2 hours of cooking to maintain freshness and prevent bacterial growth.
For best results, reheat your homemade spicy McChicken in an oven or toaster oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes. This method helps maintain the crispiness of the breading while ensuring the chicken is heated through. Avoid microwaving, as it can make the breading soggy.
Yes, you can freeze homemade spicy McChickens for up to 3 months. Wrap each sandwich individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight, then follow the oven reheating method for best results.
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