Spicy Chicken Sandwich – The Fiery Chick-fil-A Favorite

The Spicy Chicken Sandwich is for those who crave a flavorful, spicy twist on the Chick-fil-A classic. Each juicy breast is seasoned with a signature blend of bold spices, hand-breaded, and pressure-cooked to perfection, delivering heat in every bite. This sandwich remains one of Chick-fil-A’s most popular menu items in the USA and Canada.

Calories & Nutrition: The Spicy Chicken Sandwich contains 460 calories per serving, with 19g fat, 45g carbs, and 28g protein. Allergens include wheat, milk, and soy. Always check in-store for updated info.

Current Price: Average price is $5.29 (may vary by location).

Want to Make It at Home? See our step-by-step copycat recipe below for the Spicy Chicken Sandwich.

Craving More? Try the Spicy Deluxe Sandwich (with cheese, lettuce, tomato) or the Original Chicken Sandwich for something milder.

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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), and salt to taste.

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

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

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

Pro Tip: For extra heat, add more cayenne or a splash of hot sauce. Try with cheese and lettuce for your own Spicy Deluxe!