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KFC Mac 'N Cheese Zinger (Copycat)
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A spicy, cheesy dream from KFC’s international menu. The Mac 'N Cheese Zinger combines a crispy, spicy chicken fillet with creamy mac and cheese, lettuce, and a zesty mayo sauce inside a soft bun. The mac and cheese adds a gooey, indulgent layer that makes every bite rich and comforting, while the Zinger chicken delivers that classic fiery crunch.
FOR THE CHICKEN:
• 2 boneless chicken breast fillets
• 1 cup (240ml) buttermilk
• 1 tbsp hot sauce
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1 tsp salt
FOR THE COATING:
• 1 cup (120g) all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
FOR THE MAC & CHEESE:
• 1 cup (90g) elbow macaroni, cooked al dente
• 1/2 cup (120ml) heavy cream
• 1 cup (100g) shredded cheddar cheese
• 1 tbsp butter
• pinch salt and black pepper
FOR THE SAUCE:
• 1/2 cup (120ml) mayonnaise
• 1 tsp hot sauce
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• pinch salt
FOR ASSEMBLY:
• 2 sesame burger buns, toasted
• 1/2 cup (20g) shredded iceberg lettuce
• vegetable oil, for frying
Recipe
- 1Marinate the chicken. In a bowl combine buttermilk, hot sauce, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. Add the chicken fillets and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or overnight for maximum flavor.
- 2Prepare the coating. In a shallow dish mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Remove the chicken from the marinade and dredge thoroughly, pressing to form craggy edges for a crunchy crust.
- 3Fry the chicken. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the fillets for 5–6 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Let rest on a wire rack to maintain crunch.
- 4Make the mac & cheese. In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter and stir in heavy cream. Add shredded cheddar and stir until smooth and creamy. Mix in the cooked macaroni, season with salt and pepper.
- 5Make the spicy mayo. In a small bowl whisk together mayonnaise, hot sauce, paprika, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
- 6Toast the buns lightly. Assemble the burger: bottom bun, a spoonful of spicy mayo, crispy chicken fillet, a generous layer of mac & cheese, shredded lettuce, then the top bun. Serve immediately while warm and gooey.