Can I make Chick-fil-A's Original Chicken Sandwich FASTER than ordering one?

Can I make the famous Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich faster at home?
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[@jwd0503]

Is nobody going to mention the understated genius of posting a “cook your own Chik-fil-A sandwich at home” video on a Sunday, the day of the week when you’d have to make your own at home!?

[@doogan254]

Is nobody going to comment on the fact that he's trying to save us time yet he posts a fucking 36 minute video?!?!?! Hello???? Making a fried chicken sandwich isn't hard to begin with let alone warenting wasting like 30 more minutes than anyone should have to figuring out how to make one if they dont already.

[@ckannan90]

@@doogan254 you seem upset. The whole point of this series is that it’s in real time. There are other shorter videos of chicken sandwich recipes, both on the internet and on this very channel.

[@kilrahbi]

@@doogan254 okay then why are you watching it? this is an in depth informative video for those who may not have experience frying anything let alone chicken. even if they do it's still an entertaining and insightful video. you'll sit and watch a show for 30 mins but this is too long? here's an idea: don't watch the fuckin vid then god people like you are so miserable

[@Ianuarius]

Yea but... I'd have to go to the store to get the ingredients and then clean my kitchen. It's faster to just go pick up the food from the restaurant. Especially, if I pre-order and just pick it up.

[@dirtysquirtybirty]

@@doogan254 I already had all the ingredients and made this in real time alongside the vid (delicious btw). Sounds like you need a chicken sandwich

[@gregsnider2023]

I care a lot more about getting an honest and realistic demonstration of how long it takes than whether it takes and extra 10 or 15 minutes. On a platform littered with "only takes 15 minutes!" videos that don't include prep, you sir are a breath of fresh air.

[@tufool91]

for fried foods, it's the clean up that takes a lot of time.

[@fenixdown2396]

I agree. Also, he "could" have tried to speed it up a bit. The oil could have been pre-heated, and you can always use jarred pickles.

[@bluecheez555]

@@tufool91 in the future ethan should keep the timer going till its all finished, including dispensing and cleaning up the oil. Most "15 minute" recipes take well over an hour for me from start to cleanup, not even including going to the supermarket. it is a decent honest attempt though, dont get me wrong

[@Mad-Lad-Chad]

@@bluecheez555 The whole point of having a stocked kitchen/pantry is having ingredients on hand. If its the first time you're making a recipe fair enough you might be trying something new. But preparing something for the first time and expecting it to be as fast as the person demonstrating how quick it CAN be isn't really fair. If its a recipe you decide you like and will make frequently you'll have the ingredients on hand so the trip to the super market is removed, and once you've made it even once or twice it gets significantly faster.

[@gorak9000]

Putting some vinegar and water in a jar with cucumber slices is NOT making pickles. Those are just kind of salty vinegary cucumber chunks. Also, he didn't account for the time picking up the cucumber slices that fell on the floor, and all the flour he swept off the counter to the floor. I'm not saying that his isn't probably WAY better, but there's still a bunch of things that take more time that aren't included here - like all the cleanup.

[@jphamzz]

I like that you show the entire process without editing. It's what everyone needs to see

[@marz6243]

Chick Fil A has long lines, but they move incredibly fast. Probably 10 times faster than some other chains.

[@dindog22]

they're very efficient

[@frogpelt]

Not to mention when you do interact with an employee they act like it's their pleasure to serve you. Unlike other places where they act like they hate their lives and will be quitting as soon they complete your order.

[@mikepette4422]

159 times faster

[@starbug1898]

If you live in a place with few Chick-fil-A then it take a while but a have several always near me so it’s not bad for me yeah

[@banjax80]

But if it takes you the same amount of time to get your "fast" food the only people benefitting are the Chick-fil-A store owners. It's all marketing and sugar.

[@mack7170]

This is my new favorite series, man. In a very saturated food KZbin market, you consistently deliver original and thought provoking content. As a fellow home cooking nerd, cheers mate.

[@owenbighead]

Truth

[@EthanChlebowski]

I appreciate the feedback! I was a little hesitant to go with this kind of 'live cooking' long format style, but I'm enjoying it and seems most of you are too. We'll see what happens, but I like the idea of having a mix with shorter format videos and longer ones like this on the channel.

[@owenbighead]

@@EthanChlebowski I love the irony of the “speed” cooking videos being the longer ones lol

[@clearmind95]

This guy is awesome

[@c00lmike]

Bon appetit has been doing this exact idea for a year

[@jeffreywilson4095]

Thank you for not being just an over-the-top in-your-face super hyped performer. I’m so tired of cooking videos where the person tries way too hard to be entertaining. You just have straight up solid content and calm charm. Such great energy. And I’m definitely trying this at home-on the side burner of my outdoor grill since I don’t like the frying smell inside.

[@mala3isity]

I just watched three videos from different creators and this very thing annoyed me to no end. The content was good, it didn't need the hype. I'm just wondering if that's their every day vibe. If so, too much, I don't think I could hang with them.

[@nekomancey4149]

Ethan is one of the few home cooks on YT that actually follows Kenji Lopez-alt's time/temp science. My life changed when I stopped cooking chicken breast to a dry ass 165 than it rests to 180 and turns to cardboard. Pull your chicken breast at 150-155 and you are golden. I made my mom chicken parm properly with a meat thermometer and pulled at 150. It rested to just below 165 over ten minutes, perfectly safe. She couldnt believe how juicy it was, especially after brining.

[@AR-ej2xw]

What is so wonderful about Ethan is his integrity, his intelligence, and his focus on getting the basic techniques right while explaining the reasons for those techniques. He is so, so much better than the creators, or even just one creator, that I think you're thinking about.

[@j_freed]

@@nekomancey4149people destroy chicken breast. Overcooking binds the compounds together making it indigestible. I will definitely get a cooking thermometer.

[@yicaoyimu]

Just say it. You mean Joshua.

[@epbluestar3732]

You had me at clean kitchen. My kids always kid me that if not for my obsessive cleaning as I go along I would win a cooking challenge. Keeping the kitchen tidy as you cook makes cooking so much more fun.

[@Kaiserland111]

I love these videos with your brother. It seems like you guys get along super well and it's always fun to see siblings working together.

[@muckerwood]

I thought it was his son. 😄

[@matt1988ish]

I love watching you cook under pressure. You really take the whole "Slow is smooth, smooth is fast" way of working very seriously.

[@camroncrosby4006]

I wouldn’t say anything about that was fast lol

[@m1n3craftPCtut0r1al]

@@camroncrosby4006 that’s what the phrase means what were you high?

[@matt1988ish]

@@pluralofblue 🙄

[@m1n3craftPCtut0r1al]

@@pluralofblue that’s not a thing

[@chrislive1586]

@@m1n3craftPCtut0r1al We use that phrase in the Army. "Slow is smooth. Smooth is fast." Especially when room-clearing. You cant miss corners. You'll get faster, if you practice slowly first. - I wouldnt say 30 min is slow. Its definitely more work. Food Delivery will get it there in 20 minutes. but $$$

[@SquidInkAnimations]

Coming from an actual former Chick-fil-A employee, the bun just gets softer and loses its shape due to the bag its put into. And on another note most employees don't care about where the pickles are and that also causes the breading underneath to be soggy as well. These sandwiches are made to be better near the restaurant and the farther away from it you are the lesser it'll be good

[@NathanTheCreatorYT]

kinda common sense

[@SquidInkAnimations]

@@pluralofblue Oh yeah forgot to mention that, and no I didn't just start working there, in fact there's stuff I just can't say because of it being classified. So umm yeah, these are just some of the things I have noticed from working back-of-house. Like where I live they plan on bringing back something from last winter/fall soon but I won't say what that is for risk of my job

[@patrickdunavan9113]

@@SquidInkAnimations Wish they'd bring back the carrot & raisin salad. It was the best of anybody's, except maybe Luby Cafeteria's. I'm sure these guys' chicken sandwich is just fine...it looks really good...but it's the flavor of Chick-fil-A's that got them to the great success they've had...THAT, plus the great customer service and FAST service.

[@TanukiOfficial]

And this is why I always get the sandwiches with no pickle. 😉

[@hackbritton3233]

good job but let's see yours 20 minutes from the time its done. good job though. thanks.

[@woodandwheelz]

A couple of tips I would add from personal experience. I make my own chicken nuggets and everyone says they taste better than Chic-fil-A. We make our own sauces too. - If the chicken is at room temp it won't affect the temp of the oil that much. You won't get "cold" spots in the oil while cooking. There is no problem leaving the chicken out on the counter, covered, for about 2 hours prior to cooking. If you have the time to do that of course. - The more you use an oil the darker the cooked result can be. - Different oils produce different results too. You mentioned that you didn't have time to make you own buns, but Chic-fil-A doesn't make their own buns either so store bought are just fine. You also need to take into consideration that the store bought sandwiches sat for almost 15 minutes before you compared them while the home made ones were very fresh. Still a great video. Thank you for sharing. We love to make restaurant favorites at home. Always better.

[@nanettewhite8269]

Keeping it 100. We gotta cook together 😁😉

[@kuriouskat444]

Love the info of subtle nuances that produce quality product. It’s the small things that make the difference. Thanks!

[@onestarabove7027]

Never leave raw chicken sitting on the counter for any extended period of time.

[@woodandwheelz]

@@onestarabove7027 Been doing this for over 20 years without a problem. And, I got the advice from a professional chef. Whose job depends on people not getting sick. There is no problem leaving the chicken in the package or sealed container for 2 hours or so as it gets to room temp. I would not go much longer. That's all the time you need. You only need it to get close to room temp so it doesn't affect the temp of the oil.

[@dingobonza]

​​@@woodandwheelzcompletely depends on where you live. My dad was a professional chef and the rule was ALWAYS never leave chicken out of the fridge because it's just too hot where we live and people have legitimately lost limbs from practising this.

[@jaredr9875]

One aspect about the CFA sandwich I'd like more is the thinner patty. I actually like a high crust to chicken ratio similar to the smash burgers that you make.

[@nathaniellarson8]

Same.

[@barbwalter4621]

Easy enough to flatten out the chicken filet before cooking if you like it flatter. You can simply pound it with a heavy flat implement if you don't have the actual square head hammer like kitchen tool

[@miriamrobarts]

@@barbwalter4621 Or just use the thinner end that he puts back in the fridge, instead of the thicker end of the chicken breast.

[@sarahbyington2440]

love this, especially how you start with an empty kitchen. Most of these "oh look how fast this is" challenges seem to start with the person surrounded by all if their dishes and food out already. how's that fair? we all start with nothing like you did.

[@espenstoro]

Yeah, that's why 99% of all the "15 minute meal" videos should be more like 45 minutes. Prep is part of cooking, nobody does it for us.

[@Anewevisual]

AND THE ANSWER

[@cleverman383]

Now include the cleaning.

[@ryanchoong4714]

​@@cleverman383 In the last video he did include the cleaning, but I guess since he was already out of time this video he didn't wanna waste time on it.

[@JohnVC]

Do you think at Chick-fil-A they start a sandwich by looking for buns and eggs? If he wanted to be realistic, he should have had everything out and ready with the pans hot and the fryers on. He should even have pre-breaded the chicken because nobody's breading chicken to order at Chick-fil-A.

[@matyasangeli2947]

Hi! I'm a chef from Hungary and I'm really impressed by the cleanliness of your kitchen. Also working in all black with flour and not a small white mark... Entertaining and informative, with accurate measurements... Thank you. This is how cooking should be done.

[@kellyscott8244]

I'm a chef from California and he contaminated his entire kitchen if you follow his touch points from start to finish.

[@doingthework737]

@@kellyscott8244 lol

[@idiot5089]

He was eyeballing the measurements

[@6henny443]

@@idiot5089 thats what u do when you cook 3 times a day and he has a scale

[@krazyknux8746]

@@kellyscott8244 I thought the same thing, because I tend to be a bit OCD with cleanliness (using only one hand to handle the chicken, use the other to operate the faucet/soap dispenser, wash for 20+ sec with warm/soapy water), so I watched his process closely. Somewhat comforting to see that the "contamination" really isn't such a big deal.

[@erikaharris5675]

Can we all appreciate the great food education that we get in these videos? Ethan is teaching while cooking so that adds time to the process of making meals when viewing the challenge involved in going out for fast food vs. making your own.

[@hopesimmonsbeauty]

Your chicken sandwich looked delish! Home made fried chicken is always best. But remember Chic Fi La uses a pressure coking process that is different than straight deep frying. So the texture is softer.

[@aaroncooper4237]

Would love if they added a price factor in the judgement, cause I'd also be curious to see how much more cost-effective it would be to either get fast food or make it at home

[@SamaraAChiren]

$.70 for 4 oz chicken breast $.60-90 per use for 3-4 uses of 30 oz peanut oil $.5 to $1.00 for the brioche buns if you are buying them. Much less if you are making them. Probably $.15 per bun if homemade $.05 for the pickles It's hard to say for the flour, spices, and mayo/mustard, but you're talking really small amounts. Maybe $.15-30 for all of those things. A chicken sandwich from Chik is around $4.5 here, I think. If you didn't make your own buns, it would be around $2.25 to make your own. And that's not including cooking costs. If I wanted to cut costs and increase the flavor, I'd use chicken thighs, which would be $.5 for 4 oz. And I'd make the brioche buns myself, which would greatly decrease the cost. You'd probably end up being able to make 3 sandwiches to the price of one Chik-Fil-A sandwich. It isn't cheap, but it is cheaper to make your own and obviously much superior.

[@Terratype]

@@SamaraAChiren wow very detailed thank you

[@swimfan752]

@@Terratype very detailed but you’re just blindly trusting a random guy on the internet. Brioche buns are NOT 50 cents a bun lmao.

[@Terratype]

@@swimfan752 i mean i didnt take it as Fact i was just giving props for such a detailed explanation in a youtube reply

[@wickedroller]

@@SamaraAChiren Your prices are way off. And nobody is making their own buns. Gtfo.

[@HuntingHuntHunter]

A tip for quick dredging is to use a tupperware container full of the flour mixture and shake. Also uses less flour and cornstarch and makes less of a mess!

[@EclipseCircle]

A ziplock bag also works.

[@Sophiecjp]

Shake and bake….remember…..brown paper bag

[@monicathompson5108]

I use a Ziploc bag to marinate and to dredge stuff in, dismiss and you can throw it in the trash when you're done

[@Invincibletro]

And... when you clean as you go, the mess is so much more manageable. As I cook, I've noticed a huge difference in my motivation cooking, when the mess is small. Even though you are still cleaning the same amount of time.

[@conradbo1]

The way that you made that sandwich was amazing and it looks absolutely delicious. Well done and congratulations.

[@jordanallen8115]

I think incorporating an average price to the comparison charts would be a great idea.

[@dontbe3greedy608]

Home cook will always be cheaper per pound.its higher upfront cost but for pretty much every meal it will be cheaper

[@brandonrademacher865]

He used way bigger chicken then what chick-fil-a uses. A chick-fil-a chicken breast is around 3.6-4.4 ounces, those were at least double if not more. I bet the price comparison is about the same if not more expensive to do it at home if you incorporate the cost of the oil which is pretty expensive, as well as the cost of the bread and pickles.

[@campagnolo1]

Food is expensive you nut. Get over it.

[@FRodriguez_]

@@brandonrademacher865 even with bread and pickles, it’s still cheaper per sandwich having a much bigger and better sandwich. The oil is in fact more expensive, but you can re-use it a couple of times (like all fast food chains do). Homemade beats fast food in mostly everything. The only time it doesn’t is when you don’t feel like cooking and want something quick and not fancy.

[@Iluveyuu]

Cooking at home might be more money, but its also less. Say ur spc chick sandwich is 6 dollars each. You go to the store and buy $15 chicken with 8 breast in it. But if you were to buy 8 chicken sandwiches it would be $48. So more an initial price but less in comparison. Cooking at home is better.

[@theresadutcher4750]

I used to work in an industrial kitchen and it still feels so weird to see someone work so slowly. Our whole team had to work so ridiculously fast with every second accounted for. At the same time I just think, good for you, that way it stays fun.

[@snubbybinky4460]

Probably could have saved 5 minutes if he worked faster and had the oil heating from the beginning

[@tygereyeXII]

I home cook and he's much faster than me. Just goes to show the difference between a home cook, a hobbyist, and a professional.

[@soniccookie655]

I personally enjoy working fast, but nowhere near as fast as an industrial kitchen, I’m sure. But I always start by putting something on the heat before prepping the rest of my ingredients, which would have saved him a couple of minutes. I’m curious what his personal take is on what method is more fun for him.

[@FPSadict1612038]

Likewise. I've been a professional cook/chef for almost 2 decades now and watching "instructional home cooking" videos is painfull at times. When I cook at home I'm having a beer or cocktail, watching youtube/Netflix or listening to music and chatting with my girl, and still I'm faster than 90% of hobbyists cooks.

[@iturn8065]

@@FPSadict1612038 he is a hobbyist for sure professional maybe forgetting to mix the egg and juice a simple mistake buttttttt fillet on chicken wtf advising viewers to assemble mise en place very good idea yet poorly executed / demonstrated,. going for takeout vs cook at home seems to have been lost unless their local chic filla is backed up or out of state thanks for explaining the whole water in the hot oil sound i was trippin dave got pullrd over for speeding

[@timdavis1877]

This is my first watch of your channel and I am all in. It feels like the Adult KZbin cooking channel with a nice, moderate pace and tone. Thank you

[@colleenm6766]

I was craving some Chik-Fil-A on a Sunday night when I decided it was time to give this recipe a try. It sure as hell did not disappoint. Thanks for sharing! ☺️ I love your videos

[@joshtries965]

Would love if they could add a cost comparison homemade vs fastfood and see the quality difference based on price as well. Loving these videos, You guys are super interesting to watch, love the commentary and dynamic.

[@javadrav8913]

Yea good idea

[@ShyFly221]

I think this comparison is really hard to make because youre buying one serving from the fast food place, vs home cooking youre buying multiple servings. So per serving its cheaper but overall more expensive than a trip to a fast food place

[@jameslin1478]

Different area have different cost. Also depends if you’re special hunting. For example I don’t cook what I want I figure out what to cook from my special hunting. So I usually cook for like 6 people and it sometimes only cost me $10 AUD.

[@hearthseeker2425]

1 Pack of 6 chicken breasts in my area: $9.94, Buns: $3.25 for an 8 pack. The rest is somewhat difficult because you'll keep everything in the pantry for a reasonable amount of use. But Mayo: $2.39, Flour: $4.45 1lb bag. Mustard: $2.89. Total 22.92. My wife and I bought Chik-Fil-A the other day and our order came up to $17.30 after tax for the two of us. If we're assuming you have even some of these ingredients in your pantry already the Chicken and Buns come up to $12.49 and will make the equivalent of 6 sandwiches(then use those thin cutlets to make "nuggets." Cooking at home will always be a win if you manage your budget well.

[@praisejesusrepentorlikewis6218]

Repent to Jesus Christ “She opens her arms to the poor and extends her hands to the needy.” ‭‭Proverbs‬ ‭31:20‬ ‭NIV‬‬ J

[@no_decaf]

Just a couple tiny tips: Chick-fil-A uses powdered sugar in their breading (that's why it's so dark) and their famous sauce is a mixture of BBQ, honey, mustard, and mayo.

[@michaela1528]

That’s a great tip! Do you know what spices are used to recreate their spicy chicken sandwich?

[@Lele-ib9ui]

when looking @ their listed ingredients, powdered sugar isn't found.

[@thewiirocks]

@@Lele-ib9ui What ingredient list are you looking at? I’m looking at the nutrition info on their website and I’m seeing 6 grams of sugar. That’s either from the powdered sugar in the breading or sugar added to the bun.

[@d3-ll754]

@@thewiirocks It could entirely be from the bun, a lot of bread recipes will call for a small amount of sugar, burger bun recipes included.

[@ThexDynastxQueen]

@@thewiirocks When I attempted to make the spicy chicken version I put the sugar in the breading and it tasted the closest sans the correct level of spiciness though 😭😭😭 so I think it may be the breading.

[@acynthus3587]

People are asking for a cost comparison, however I think it will vary significantly based on where you live. I think even if it's $5 more (which is pushing it) it's worth the quality and health difference. Not to mention it's probably cheaper in most of the United States at this point. Fast food restaurants have been increasing their prices like crazy.

[@miriamrobarts]

There are a few variables for the price of chicken: geographical location (as you mentioned), as well as fresh vs. frozen, small amount vs. bulk pkg. (& individual cuts vs. whole chicken), high-end market or butcher vs. low-priced grocery or warehouse store; so yeah, it could cost more or less - esp. with multiple servings, but homemade is going to be better overall. Since you can tweak the cost factor, I think the bigger factors are whether someone is willing to deep fry cook themselves, & have the cooking smell in the house, and dealing with the oil afterward. So it's all about convenience.

[@tammywooley2635]

Home made is always going to be so much better. Love the videos

[@FerretL0ve]

The fact that it was a real challenge, and compared actual time - doesn’t have to be a win necessarily - made me really happy

[@davidemcguire4140]

Here’s why this is the hands-down best video of this series: because frying chicken is a tremendous pain composed of equal parts technical demand and nerve wracking spitting when there’s a three and a half year old demanding to help at every step, and I never feel like I get it right. So going in, nothing prepped, no bullshit, hey it’s chicken sandwiches for dinner tonight kids, this is the key walkthrough, in real time, I’ve needed. Just found your channel and I’m already a subscriber. Thanks, Ethan.

[@bluegirl4079]

I've heard the main reason Chick-fil-A chicken sandwiches are so addictive is the powdered sugar they add to the breading mixture. It hits those sugar receptors on your taste buds...very subtle but effective. I love it, but it is a rare treat for me. You sandwich looks incredible.

[@etsukid]

This sandwich looks great. I like the idea of making it. Anything homemade is always better. But the truth is i bet it cost 3 times more expensive, Chick-fil-A made 100 times more chicken sandwiches, and Chick-fil-A for fast food is top tier. This is comparing Taco Bell to Chipotle. Apples to Oranges. Thanks for showing some good cooking. I love this sandwich!

[@hopelesslydull7588]

3x more expensive to make homemade? I doubt it. You're paying for the labor, the overhead of the business and the profits of the company on top of the ingredients.

[@ThisSteveGuy]

Chick-fil-A doesn't use pickle brine like everybody seems to think. No, their signature flavor is largely due to the powdered sugar they put in their breading as well as MSG (use Accent). The pickle flavor is simply from the pickle they put on top. Seriously, I always order mine with no pickle and there's never a pickle taste.

[@veronicarocha3228]

I order mine with no pickles too no pickles flavor. I don't like pickles especially when I was pregnant, I would smell it & vomit 🤮. I live about 1hour -1½ away from the closest Chick-fil-A. So thank you for the recipe 🦋💚🥰🙏🌻*;0)

[@buttonsf3293]

I've only had Chick-fil-A one time and it was so sugary sweet I couldn't tolerate it. I KNEW there was sugar added

[@noahhastings6145]

Fun fact: Accent IS just MSG

[@JerseyGirlMom]

KFC is the restaurant that brings their chicken.

[@TDAEON]

Lol I order extra pickles.

[@Alipotamus]

All your movements as you prepare, cook and clean feels just like I have been my entire life. I love order, cleanliness, efficiency and great food. I raised 6 kids. Fun

[@williamortiz3734]

Compare prices

[@kaiahaarhoff2914]

I love this! Thank you for posting! I just saw that you tried to use some honey when it is old. A tip I learned from my Grandparents is that when it's rock solid, like you can't get anything out by just pouring, you can run it over hot water for a minute or 2 and it will soften the Honey. Just a tip!

[@andrewmackay907]

I love your slow chilled out style. showing the whole process in full so it's easy to follow. I feel like I'll be binging quite a bit of your content now and might actually try some proper cooking

[@kurchak]

Yeah this guy is awesome right lol

[@lisaamador8314]

It doesn't matter how long a line there is at Chick-fil-A. The outdoor order service is ridiculously fast.

[@timothyn4699]

Chik fil a is a well oiled machine. Love it, and surprised other companies don't take tips from it

[@stevedarilek5236]

I absolutely hate the taste of Chick-fil-A. I simply don’t like it at all. It is in the same category as McDonalds. I don’t go to either restaurant. My homemade chicken sandwich’s are the rave for my family. I would add one comment. I use never frozen chicken.

[@Chronicbariatricgirly]

Exactly! If you order on the app and choose delivery to your vehicle, it is super fast.

[@madammazon2942]

I'm blown away by how easily that all came together! 30 minutes of cooking?! I always saw frying as this big thing. This was a good learning experience, thank you!

[@workoutwitharu]

Love your videos Ethan! thanks for making cooking at home so fun and cool to learn ♥

[@Arauge1981]

Please keep doing these, I love the live cooking format. Even if its just once every other week it would be ok, these are really fun to watch.

[@Arauge1981]

Also please check your links for useful kitchen gear. The "Magnetic Knife Rack" link goes to a ultrasonic pest control system lol I was interested in the countertop burner you're using here but it doesn't seem to be listed.

[@booboo_the_great]

This is so much better then Joshua Weissman but better series. Joshua makes beautiful and delicious food, but Ethan makes realistic food

[@thattannerguy856]

The last video I just watched was Joshua Weissman lol

[@oaga71625e]

Weismann corny as hell

[@zakquinn5420]

Weissman is a helmet

[@person9854]

I save Joshua and babish for entertainment. I watch folks like Adam Ragusa and Ethan for actual cooking advice and recipes.

[@Iandres92]

@@person9854 word

[@0s0n3gr0]

Made this tonight. Picky wife loved it as did I. You made our day. Thank you.

[@Seariders4eva]

Hi, I just came across your video and I loved it. I love the way you clean and clear as you cook. I do the same thing, my mother taught me this many years ago. It's a game changer. I will be trying this recipe soon. It looks delicious. I prefer home cooked meals. Thank you 💛

[@ethanfung1413]

To play devils advocate: when I go out for fast food, I usually don't order one thing. Still love how this series shows the benefits of home cooking though!

[@jessanewell9452]

Same here, and also I get fast food when I’m on my way home from work, or if I’m feeling really lazy and I order it. I don’t think I’ve ever left my house just to buy fast food food and go back home. It’s super cool seeing how I can make the same things, but better

[@FritzMeowstro]

Keep this series going, man. I made the crunch wrap and it was amazing. I wonder if it would be practical to do a pizza or like a chipotle/qdoba burrito next? A lot of my fast food spending goes into pizza or burritos, might be cheaper and healthier to do an at-home option. Thanks Ethan! I’m recommending these videos to all my friends

[@samc5934]

Pizza is incredibly easy. It’s legit just the dough and using premade toppings. Recipes usually only take 10-12 minutes of kneading (less if you have a stand mixer) and some rising time in which you don’t do anything. I would say look at pizza dough recipe, try it and roll out the dough and freeze them for later like it’s frozen pizza. It’s genuinely easy

[@Doppioristretto]

I prep out a week of burrito bowls with fajita veggies, spicy black beans, cilantro lime rice, chicken thigh, and shredded Mexican cheese for ab 2.75 a serving (includes optional burrito wrap, 2.40-2.50 without burrito wrap). Put it all in meal prep or deli containers, and you’ve got a quick reheating meal in ab 5 minutes in the microwave with about an hour and a half of cook/prep/portion time on the weekend.

[@IanRosevear]

@@Doppioristretto Got a recipe?

[@chrisoffutt8968]

Pizza would be tough since you need to let dough proof prior to baking. As far as burritos it depends on how deep you want to go with marinating the meat, cooking beans, making rice, and making salsa/guac. Some of it can be made ahead of time, but there aren't shortcuts to rice or putting the forethought into marinating the meat for a few hours. I also like to pull meat from the fridge for a bit prior to cooking to take the chill off. I guess this is a long way of saying that if you want to make things at home you need to plan things out and prep to keep from having to figure something out at the last minute.

[@ksar98]

@@IanRosevear If you don't have a dedicated pizza oven, check out Adam Ragusea's new york style pizza version 2

[@lauriepercy2272]

What a great video. Can't wait to make chicken this way. I love how organized and precise you are.

[@SteveSlavin]

I have just discovered you and your KZbin channel. Outstanding! 5-6 videos in and this is some good stuff!

[@thirstypilgrim97]

Veteran Chick-Fil-A consumer here, their lines are long, but they move them fast.

[@SecretzOfMana]

Yeah there's no way the guy was gone that long especially if the Chick-fil-A wasn't busy. Some are faster than others especially depending on if they're busy, but he definitely would have been there sooner. Chick-fil-A is a lot faster than other restaurants

[@bans5]

They have it down to a science!

[@frankiefeeves]

He had to stop and get his lotto ticket

[@Dontletthemchangeyou]

Facts They are unbeatable, very consistent, which is why they are the best. I LIVE IN SC AND THEY ARE FREAKING AMAZING

[@theendicott2838]

Seriously. When he said “their wait times are ridiculously long, I laughed.

[@TomTrys]

You should add a cost comparison when doing these too. Love the content!!!

[@IshmaelDoe]

I really want to know the cost too, in where I live, making the chicken sandwich is way more expensive, but then again we only have McDonald and the quality probably even worse then those from US.

[@rebel4466]

Cost comparison is rather hard to do. Depends a lot on your personal kitchen. If you have to buy flour, cornstarch, eggs, buttermilk, spices, oil etc. it will be a very expensive meal compared to the original. If you just need the chicken and maybe the buns (if you don't bake them yourself), you can get away cheaper than the original. Also depends on your desired quality of ingredients. Getting your chicken from the local farmer is probably more expensive than some poor factory farmed animal.

[@king_slimy8859]

​@@IshmaelDoe If you live in a country where getting what would be fairly common ingredients in a developed country then sure, the ingredients are more expensive. In general though purchasing ingredients to make food is less expensive than purchasing it made for you.

[@NihongoWakannai]

@@rebel4466 just because you have flour in your cupboard doesn't mean it's free. You should always count that into the cost.

[@IshmaelDoe]

@@king_slimy8859 Just want to see the difference, that's all. I live in a place which has one of the highest living cost in the world.

[@barbaratells1285]

You killed it with this recipe 😊my mouth was watering 😊thanks so much for sharing 😊please make more like this 😊

[@Jcs57]

He’s back ready to eat you’re still cooking and he doesn’t have any clean up or dishes to do. Chick-fil-a’s for the win!

[@RevoReal]

This format is amazing! I don't even care about you winning or not, this long full process style is great, hope to see more of these. I also find it great that you can incorporate the concepts you explore in the short videos on top of making the dish. PS: I just thought that this format can translate perfectly into live content, if you ever find interest in that.

[@Arkmindset]

I’d love to see a cost comparison in these videos! Looks amazing.

[@delilahboa]

This was brilliant Ethan……love these challenges and I’m learning a ridiculous amount from you……thanks! X❤X

[@ReneeHorth]

Great video again ! You teach a lot of really good extra tips, and flavors, and I’ve been cooking for years!

[@stoef]

I said it last time. I'll say it again: This is amazing. The fact that so many other people doing these kinds of comparisons have things prepared beforehand completely undermindes the concept.

[@smleach5400]

I love that you didn’t have everything out and portioned before you did this…and you didn’t rush as you did it. It gives a more realistic view of the time it would take

[@dianeamero3405]

Looks delicious. Please consider making your recipes in a printable format. Thank you! 😊

[@shingoblin4218]

I will be honest, my favorite part about chick-fil-a is that it is very quick to eat. Not a lot of people like it like that.

[@caffeineman72]

Chick-fil-A is about the service as much as it is the food. I've been in a long line at chick-fil-a and gotten through in minutes, while other fast food restaurants take significantly longer. And, the service and cleanliness inside - if you're a parent this is where you want to go, they help you to your table, come by and refill drinks, and will get you more napkins, sauces, etc.

[@matthewferraro8020]

Speaking of Chick-fil-A, they're opening more stores in Canada. I wonder how that will go.

[@JessicaJStreet]

Exactly!! I've been working at Chick-fil-a for three years and I love helping the guests! And the lines...if you're scared then you don't know.

[@rkatika9]

Love it how when it comes to tasting you take a bite, then Gabe comes and he finishes up the whole piece. Priceless! This looks so mouth watering, I want to make fried chicken right now.

[@uctcde]

I luv these videos, show the masses the way.. show them the way! Great 👍 job guys!!

[@markshirley01]

This is so interesting - well done - you really explain things simply.

[@rtj6874]

You coulda saved yourself an easy 5 - 8 min by starting the oil first so it was ready when you were rather than waiting for it.

[@olpgirl2003]

Really enjoying this series. The fact that you can see the door and Gabe might come through at any time adds an extra layer of anxiety!

[@kimlytton2523]

Your sandwich looked so so delicious. The texture difference was amazing. Yours yummy in my tummy. Made me hungry to watch you explain and prep & cook. Know you enjoyed. So did I. Keep it coming. Stay safe. God bless. Please continue to do the videos. Peace out. Radford, Va

[@ashleygaldamez8136]

Woke up hungover and hungry GOD BLESS U KIND SIR🫡

[@tylerkunkel]

I appreciate the way you edit these. No quick cuts, not really many cuts at all. Lets me do other stuff while watching/listening without missing anything.

[@Xenohart237]

Loving these long form cooking segments it feels like the old cooking shows on TV where you could actually follow along, also loving that you arent attempting some breakneck pace ur just cooking casually with a timer to see if you could beat it and I love that it really shows that any1 watching can make kickass food without much hassle

[@o15523]

You guys make great content. Probably one of my favorite couples on youtube

[@JohnMcLemore]

OMG it's like my brain got its own cooking show!! This guy cooks like I do, tidying as he goes. Now I'm hungry from watching this. Subscribed.

[@gdashman]

Can I just say how amazing this channel is. I love cooking and trying new recipes, but I always get in a bit over my head and next I know im over an hour in and drained with a crazy mess to clean up. You are the only channel like yours that not only discusses, but prioritizes the reality of life and time in these videos.

[@JamesCA]

Love this series! Great work, Ethan. Your growth is so well-deserved. Onward to 1 million, brother!

[@steelcrown7130]

It's happening!

[@allisonFLGirl515]

This was a great video! I was all concentrated in, and then when size was compared, I burst into lol!!😂

[@windrider65]

Most people don't realize, proper presentation with the meal makes cooking an art.

[@SirFrankoman]

I am in love with this series! It's entertaining AND educational. Will try to make it this week! Another thing you could consider is cost. In my area, one Chick Fil A sandwich is about $5. Using prices from the big chain grocery store in my area, for $20 you get enough ingredients to make 8-10 sandwiches, bringing the cost to $2.25. Not only is it better quality, it's more affordable.

[@mysticmind4563]

That's one of the reasons why made my own, though I used Joshua weissman's recipe. These are a big hit with my brother and my mom. I might try this variant just to see the difference.

[@AshwinAshwinRamdas]

This is so much more entertaining than just beating it by flavor. Of course you can beat it by flavor with no other limitations, it's fast food. Your format is an actual challenge

[@anonymousdevildog1406]

What I really appreciate about this video is that it talks about OIL. and he gives a graph of the oils used. I see SOOOOOOO many vids that are wonderful yet don't note what oils they are using in those videos. THANK YOU. for mentioning the type of OIL that is used.

[@keystyles]

I love these videos, they're amazing. Next video idea - Chipotle, both steak and chicken. No queso, no fajitas, off the shelf salsas. They are so quick with their lines, and it's so reliably delicious. No way you can out do them

[@jackosallotment6224]

When my daughter comes home from uni for the holidays she always asks for me to do a homemade chicken schnitzel burger. I can use one large chicken breast to feed both of us and I also make my own buns and utilise my homegrown salad. You can’t beat it lovely cheers 🍻

[@jamescanjuggle]

ahhhh that makes me miss the chicken schnitzel i had volunteering in greece, was at that place for like 3 weeks, little bit of lemon and salt, fantastic

[@aleclenzen8347]

Can I have one too? Sounds amazing lol

[@austinpendley118]

This is becoming a great series! You have encouraged me to make great food at home over the last year and a half. You’ve encouraged me to make my own hot sauces, keep pickled red onions in the fridge (now a staple), and shown how accessible this all is. Great to see you get closer and closer to 1 million subs! And great to see your brother be a part of it, as well. Keep up the great work!

[@DougZbikowski]

“Start with a clean kitchen…” INSTANTLY NOT FASTER

[@Hi_Im_Akward]

I really like this series. Tbh deep frying is not the style of cooking I'm interested in and rarely eat fast food. So if I'm in the mood I'm just going to get the fast food. But I think the entire consept of these videos is valid. Like crunch wrap Supreme might be something I make at home because it seems a bit more approachable and doable for me.

[@vuvffufg]

Loving this series! You should do Panda Express orange chicken and chow mein next!

[@krygs.t9862]

Wonderful! Just having pickled cucumber and red onions on your fridge at all times, and all you need from the store is brioche bread and chicken. Perfect sunday meal!

[@Thommyboy1888]

Wow! Great tips. Just finished two fillets that were excellent due to your guidence..didn't have any poupon so I used yellow mustard and dukes mayo with a spinkle or three of cayenne pepper for suace.😅

[@merrilly-]

I made Joshua Weissman's sandwich with my cousins and it was literally the best chicken sandwich I've ever eaten in my life. It's so much more worth it to make it yourself

[@Light00000]

The amount of non editing out scenes is great, I love this format. And awesome job on this test. Your sandwich looks amazing

[@chrism1102]

I agree with the premise that's it's not a major hassle to make quick service restaurant menu items at home. But it's still an effort. For example, nothing beats the convenience of ordering in-app and having the food brought out to your car on your way home from work. That said, it's nice to see the process if you decide to do it yourself.

[@dindog22]

the best part about making it at home is you can have Chick Fil A on Sunday

[@wsbill14224]

I love how he cleans as he goes along just like me. It's the only way to cook.

[@cbfire9987]

Ethan this is insanely good man. I can’t believe how quickly your vid making has improved. You can really see the progression from your early vids. No cuts? That’s so hard to make an interesting video out of.

[@fairnut6418]

I’m really liking the format of this video, real-time, calm pace. Feels like a breath of fresh air.

[@alanchines]

I love the sweet relationship with your little brother 🙂

[@ramonacerniglia8495]

He is so clean while cooking there are woman that are not this tidy. Good job! What took some time is the making of pickles, cleaning, and gathering ingredients

[@ethanmurphy2006]

Hey Ethan, great video! id suggest adding prices for ingredients vs cost for the fast food in the next video! it would be really cool to see the price comparison as well!!!

[@matthirn7858]

I have had my share of Chick-fil-A sandwiches over the years. The statement he made about the wait times being ridiculous is not the case in my experience. I have found their speed to be unparalleled in drive-thru restaurants. Yes, a competent cook should be able to best any fast food restaurant and often in less time when driving is factored in.

[@jeffnjules1290]

Ya I agree, lines are usually always long, but they move fast, and food is always hot fresh. Quality of food and customer service standards way higher than competitors in my opinion.

[@FreerunningGamer]

As someone who worked in a Chick-Fil-A I can say that they have a whole system for keeping the food fresh while maintaining a quick window speed. The restaurant I worked at had two lines with paid workers to stand outside and take orders via tablets in the second line. Probably the best working experience I've ever had as well.

[@pgtrish]

100% agreed, long lines yes, but they move with speed and efficiency!

[@nightmarechevalier2529]

It's a reginal thing I think, where I am Taco Bell is ten minute venture tops most days, his average is 20-30 something mins

[@derrickwar]

A 15 car line at Chick-fil-A is the equivalent time wise to a 3 car line at McDonald's here in Kentucky.

[@AmethystGirl1776]

Idk why but I love watching these videos.

[@magic2506]

Looks great! My Chick-fil-A urge really became desensitized to wanting to go there much due to them delaying dining in after Covid eased up. Their indoor dining remained closed when all other restaurants opened indoor dining back up. I don't like the drive thru because I don't like eating in my car and the wait to get home to eat just takes away from the freshness especially the waffle fries. It is also the indoor dining experience that was the reason for me going there 6-8 times a month. I got so used to being without Chick-fil-A for those reasons that I barely ever go now. We also prepare great chicken at home now.