Spicy Chicken Sandwich – Turn Up the Heat!

The Spicy Chicken Sandwich at Chick-fil-A is a bold twist on the original classic, offering a perfectly balanced kick for spice lovers. Each hand-breaded chicken breast is seasoned with a signature spicy blend, pressure-cooked for juiciness, and served hot on a toasted, buttered bun with just the right amount of heat.

Calories & Nutrition: A Spicy Chicken Sandwich contains 460 calories, with 19g fat, 45g carbs, and 28g protein. Contains wheat, milk, and soy allergens—always check for local updates.

Current Price: The average price is $5.29 (subject to location).

Homemade Version: Want to try it at home? Jump to our How-To guide for a spicy copycat recipe!

Want More? Try the Spicy Deluxe Sandwich (with cheese, lettuce, tomato), or the Original Chicken Sandwich if you prefer milder flavor.

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How to Make a Spicy Chicken Sandwich at Home

Calories: ~460 per sandwich

Allergens: Wheat, milk, soy, peanut oil

Estimated Cost: About $2.20–$2.70 per sandwich (homemade)

1 Marinate: Pound chicken breasts and marinate in dill pickle juice (or buttermilk + hot sauce) for 1 hour.

2 Spicy Breading: Mix 1 cup flour, 1 tbsp powdered sugar, 1 tsp paprika, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp cayenne (add more for extra heat), salt to taste.

3 Bread: Dip chicken in egg-milk mixture, then dredge in the spicy seasoned flour.

4 Fry: Heat peanut oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken for 3–4 minutes per side until crisp and cooked through.

5 Assemble: Toast buttered buns. Place two pickles, add spicy chicken, and serve hot!

Pro Tip: For extreme heat, add extra cayenne or hot sauce. Try it with cheese and lettuce for your own “Spicy Deluxe”!

Spicy Chicken Sandwich – FAQ

About 460 calories per sandwich. For complete nutrition, check official or in-store resources.

A blend of cayenne, paprika, black pepper, and garlic in the breading brings the signature spicy kick.

Absolutely! Add cheese, lettuce, tomato, or more pickles to make it yours.

It’s typically served after 10:30am. For breakfast, try the Chicken Biscuit!

Spicy Chicken Sandwich