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Close-up of a spicy crispy chicken burger with lettuce and cheese, showcasing the crispy golden chicken patty.
Alyssa

Spicy Crispy Chicken Burger

Inspired by KFC's Zinger Burger and the Indonesian Ayam Geprek, this spicy crispy burger will satisfy your fried chicken and burger cravings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American, Asian
Calories: 500

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces boneless chicken thighs see notes
  • 2 tbsp gochugaru see notes
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tbsp onion powder (optional)
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 3 cups ice cold water
  • as needed burger buns
  • as needed lettuce
  • as needed American cheese slices

Method
 

  1. Mix all the wet seasoning better in a bowl.
  2. Add chicken thigh and coat every single piece with the marinate.
  3. Marinate for at least 3 hours or overnight.
  4. Mix all the dry mix ingredients in a bowl.
  5. Mix all the sauce ingredients together in a bowl.
  6. Take a piece of chicken thigh and lightly dredge it in the dry mix.
  7. Dip the chicken in ice cold water for 5 seconds.
  8. After lifting, wait for 10 seconds before putting it back into the dry mix.
  9. Dredge the chicken again, coating every inch.
  10. Let it rest for 5 minutes before frying.
  11. Deep fry in hot oil until golden brown.
  12. Let it rest, then sprinkle with salt and more gochugaru.
  13. Toast the burger buns and spread a generous amount of sauce on them.
  14. Assemble the burger with chicken, cheese, and lettuce. Serve and enjoy!