Burger King Garlic Parmesan Chicken Fries Copycat Recipe (Worth the Hype?)
New for May 4: Garlic Parmesan Chicken Fries! These are coated in garlic and parmesan seasoning and come with a brand-new garlic dipping sauce. The coating is crunchy and intensely garlicky, the parmesan adds umami depth, and the garlic sauce doubles down on the flavor. Star Wars meets Italian comfort food.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- boneless skinless chicken breast 10 oz
- all-purpose flour 1 cup
- eggs 2 pieces
- plain breadcrumbs 1 cup
- parmesan cheese, finely grated 1 cup
- canola oil (for frying) 2 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
- garlic powder 2 tsp
- onion powder 1 tsp
- paprika 0.5 tsp
- salt 0.75 tsp
- black pepper 0.5 tsp
- unsalted butter (for garlic sauce) 2 tbsp
- fresh garlic, minced (for sauce) 2 cloves
- mayonnaise (for sauce) 2 tbsp
- parmesan cheese, grated (for sauce) 1 tbsp
- parsley, chopped (garnish) 1 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
26 g
25%
Protein
22 g
21%
Fat
24 g
54%
Cooking steps
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1
Preheat oil in a heavy skillet or deep fryer to 350°F. This allows the chicken fries to get crispy and golden while remaining tender inside—key to that Burger King crunch.
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2
Slice chicken breast into long, fry-shaped strips (about 1/2-inch thick). Meanwhile, set up a breading station: one shallow bowl of flour (mixed with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper), one bowl with beaten eggs, and a third with breadcrumbs and grated parmesan.
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3
Dredge each chicken strip first in the seasoned flour, then dip into the beaten egg, and finally coat thoroughly in the breadcrumb-parmesan mixture. Press gently so the coating adheres well for the signature crispy texture.
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4
Fry chicken fries in batches, 3–4 minutes per side, until deep golden brown. Transfer to a wire rack or paper towels and sprinkle with extra parmesan while hot—this mimics BK’s final seasoning and helps the coating stick.
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5
For the garlic parmesan dipping sauce: melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, add minced garlic, and cook until fragrant (about 1 minute). Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then whisk in mayonnaise and parmesan until smooth. Garnish chicken fries with chopped parsley before serving.
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6
Serve immediately with garlic parmesan dipping sauce for that double-dose of flavor Burger King delivers in its limited–time Garlic Parmesan Chicken Fries.
Personalized Q&A
Q. Does this recipe really taste like Burger King's Garlic Parmesan Chicken Fries?
Yes! This copycat recipe mimics Burger King’s Garlic Parmesan Chicken Fries by using a double-breading of seasoned flour and a parmesan–breadcrumb mixture, followed by frying to achieve the same crunchy texture. The garlicky coating and homemade garlic parmesan dipping sauce replicate the bold, savory flavor of the BK original.
Q. How can I get the crispy coating and flavor at home?
To achieve a BK-style crispy coating, fry your breaded chicken fries at 350°F in canola oil and add extra parmesan cheese right after frying—this locks in crunch and flavor, just like Burger King does. Using both garlic powder in the breading and fresh garlic in the sauce builds that signature garlic punch.
Q. Can I substitute any of the ingredients in this recipe?
Absolutely! If you’re out of parmesan, try pecorino romano for a similar cheesy kick. Panko breadcrumbs yield an even crunchier crust. For a lighter version, bake at 425°F on a rack until golden, though the crunch may differ. You can swap chicken breast for chicken tenders if desired.
Q. How many calories and macronutrients are in each serving?
One serving (about 120g cooked) contains approximately 420 kcal, with 26g carbs (25%), 22g protein (21%), and 24g fat (54%). These proportions closely match a restaurant portion—crispy, flavorful, and protein-rich.
Q. Any tips for keeping the coating crispy after frying?
Drain chicken fries on a wire rack, not paper towels, and serve right away. Don’t crowd the frying pan—frying in batches keeps oil hot and results in a crispy crust like Burger King’s.
