Spicy Deluxe McCrispy™ recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 30 2026
RestaurantsMcDonald'sSpicy Deluxe Mccrispy™ Recipe

Spicy Deluxe Mccrispy™ Recipe

Inspired by McDonald's
Time1h 30m
Serves2

The Spicy Deluxe McCrispy™ is a chicken sandwich featuring a crispy, spicy fried chicken fillet made from marinated chicken thighs served on a bun with lettuce and tomato. This version emphasizes a spicy marinade and a crispy texture, setting it apart from milder chicken sandwiches commonly found at other venues. Here's the recipe.

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Ingredients

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Chicken Sandwich Ingredients

Method

Cooking Instructions

1

Marinate Chicken

In a bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the chicken thighs to the mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best results.

2

Prepare Breading

In another bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.

3

Heat Oil

In a deep skillet or pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).

4

Coat Chicken

Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge, allowing excess marinade to drip off. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating sticks.

5

Fry Chicken

Carefully place the coated chicken in the hot oil. Fry for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.

6

Assemble Sandwich

Toast the burger buns lightly. Place a fried chicken thigh on the bottom bun, add romaine lettuce, sliced tomato, and top with the other half of the bun. Serve hot.

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