The Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit is a breakfast cult favorite – a crispy, seasoned chicken fillet inside a soft, buttery biscuit. This copycat recipe recreates both the juicy pickle-brined chicken and the tender biscuit at home.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Crispy chicken in a buttery biscuit
That signature pickle-brined juiciness
A breakfast favorite made at home
Great for weekend mornings

Copycat Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit

A copycat of Chick-fil-A's chicken biscuit - a crispy, seasoned fried chicken fillet tucked inside a soft, buttery homemade biscuit.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 15

Total Time 35

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 420

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Chicken

3 chicken breasts halved thin
1/2 cup pickle juice
1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1 cup flour
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt

Biscuits

2 cups flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 tablespoons cold butter
3/4 cup buttermilk

Equipment

Deep skillet
Biscuit cutter
Baking sheet

Method

Soak the chicken in pickle juice for 30 minutes. Meanwhile make the biscuits: cut butter into the flour, baking powder, and salt, stir in buttermilk, cut, and bake at 450F for 12 minutes.
Whisk the egg and milk. Combine the flour, powdered sugar, paprika, and salt.
Dip the chicken in the egg wash, then dredge in the seasoned flour.
Fry in 350F oil for 4-5 minutes until golden and cooked through, then drain.
Split the warm biscuits and tuck a chicken fillet inside each. Serve.

Notes

The pickle-brine soak is the Chick-fil-A secret - it seasons the chicken and keeps it juicy. Powdered sugar in the breading adds the signature subtle sweetness.

Tips for the Best Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuit

Soak the chicken in pickle juice for flavor and juiciness
Add powdered sugar to the breading for subtle sweetness
Keep biscuit dough cold for fluffy biscuits
Fry at a steady 350F

Storage & Reheating

Best fresh. Keep components separately up to 3 days; re-crisp the chicken and warm the biscuits before assembling.

Variations to Try

Add honey butter inside the biscuit
Make it spicy with cayenne in the breading
Air-fry the chicken for a lighter version

Frequently Asked Questions

Why soak the chicken in pickle juice?

The pickle brine seasons the chicken throughout and keeps it juicy – it is the Chick-fil-A secret.

Can I use store-bought biscuits?

Yes, for a shortcut, though homemade biscuits give the best texture.

Can I air-fry the chicken?

Yes. Air-fry the breaded fillets at 400F for about 12 minutes, flipping once.

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