Chick-fil-A Chicken Biscuits

1: In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine buttermilk, pickle juice, and hot sauce.

2: Add chicken thighs and let them marinate for at least an hour, preferably overnight.

3: Preheat oven to 425°F (218°C).

4: In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

5: Grate in the cold butter and mix until you get a crumbly texture.

6: Pour in the cold buttermilk and mix until just combined.

7: Turn out onto a floured surface and fold the dough a few times for layers.

8: Pat into a rectangle, cut into rounds or squares, and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

9: Brush the tops with buttermilk.

10: Bake for about 18–20 minutes or until golden brown.

11: Brush with melted butter mixed with honey after baking.

12: Heat oil in a skillet to around 320–365°F.

13: Prepare seasoned flour with garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, paprika, curry powder, Old Bay, MSG, salt, and pepper.

14: Remove chicken from marinade, coat in seasoned flour, and fry until crispy and golden.

15: Let chicken rest on a wire rack before serving.