Chic-fil-A Copycat Sandwich

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I know I can’t be the only one late to the game on this “Red Bag Chicken.” This Chic-fil-A copycat has a dedicated cult-like following of over 20,000 members on Facebook. Fans are so serious about this chicken, you have to tell them how you heard about the group (founded by an enthusiast) and how much you paid for the coveted red bag of chicken.

I think you’ll agree that not only is it cheaper than the original sandwich, it tastes so close to the Chic-fil-A classic, even if you don’t join their Facebook fan page, you might understand why they have one.

If the original sandwich is a 10, I give the Aldi copycat version an 8.5-9.0. Some of you might even think it’s the perfect 10.

Oh! And here are the buns that the staff and fans say make it so convincing:

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Specially Selected Brioche Buns from Aldi

$3.49

Here are my tips on how to prepare:

  1. Buy the chicken. If you’re having trouble finding it, ask the store what day they restock and get there early.

  2. Buy the Brioche buns at Aldi too, they’re 3.49 for 6. The can of pickles was under $2.00 so all in for 6 sandwiches, you’re paying around $1.80 per sandwich versus $3.05 at Chic-fil-A.

  3. I think adding sauce (either hot or store bought Chic-fil-A sauce was a good thing. I found the Chic-fil-A sauce at Kroger for $3.99.

  4. The package says to bake the fillets for 20 minutes. Time varies by oven so just make sure it’s thoroughly heated.

  5. Butter and toast your brioche rolls. You can also use hamburger rolls but depending on your bum of choice, it might not taste as close to the original as the Brioche buns at Aldi.

  6. Once the chicken is hot and the buns are golden brown, steam the sandwich either in a pan with a few droplets of water for 5-10 seconds ONLY or by wrapping it in a damp paper towel and microwaving it for :20.

  7. Let me know what you think! Follow me on Instagram @tammiweed or on TikTok @girlsgottoeat

Rosemary Herb Butter Rolls - Semi-Homemade

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Sometimes the easiest things to make are the biggest hits at the dinner party. This is the second year in a row that I’ve served these rolls at our family’s Christmas dinner and they disappear quickly! The best part though is that they require very little effort. I’d love to know if you make them! Send me a photo, a message, leave a comment here or connect with me on instagram @tammiweed. Happy New Year all!

Level of Difficulty: Incredibly Easy (5 steps 1. Buy frozen rolls, butter and rosemary 2. Thaw rolls 3. Bake rolls 4. Butter rolls 5. Sprinkle rosemary )

Prep Time: 5 mins of actually work for you but the rolls need 3-5 hours to thaw at room temperature.

Cook Time: 10-15 minutes for rolls to bake. Please note that cooking times vary by ovens.

Note: Keep a close watch on the rolls and take them out when they are lightly golden.

What you’ll need:

Step 1: Buy Rhodes Yeast Dinner Rolls. If you’re in Nashville, you can likely find these at Kroger, Target or Walmart. If you’re on the West Coast, Ralph’s or Target and on the East Coast, Wegman’s, Walmart or any Tops Friendly Market.

Note: Check the store locator before you go for specific locations: Click here. In the event you cannot find Rhodes Dinner rolls, you can also use this method with any frozen thaw and bake rolls or even a loaf of bread dough!

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Rhodes Dinner Rolls (regular method but refrigerator method is great too)

Step 2: Spray pan with cooking spray. Place frozen rolls on pan, and cover with plastic wrap sprayed with cooking spray to keep it from sticking to rolls while rising. Let rise 3 to 5 hours, until rolls double in size. Actual time depends on temperature of your kitchen.

Step 2a: In the 4th hour, I go rogue on Rhodes directions and remove the plastic wrap. Your rolls will be delectable.

Step 3: Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Bake 12-20 minutes, until lightly golden brown. Remove rolls from pan at once and place on wire rack to cool.

Step 4: In a small glass bowl, melt butter in microwave or in stove. You can melt the butter or soften, both work. Brush your butter onto the rolls or spoon over.

Step 5: Sprinkle chopped rosemary and/or thyme or your preferred FRESH herb over the rolls.

Serve warm and enjoy. They’ll go quickly!

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