Description
Southern-style chicken fried chicken brings crispy comfort to your dinner table. Seasoned breading and golden-brown perfection guarantee a delightful meal that connects you with classic American cuisine.
Ingredients
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Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Coating Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Gently pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap until uniformly thin and even, approximately 1/4-inch thickness.
- Create a seasoned flour coating by thoroughly blending dry spices into flour mixture, ensuring complete distribution of herbs and seasonings.
- Prepare egg wash by whisking milk and eggs until smooth and well-integrated.
- Methodically coat each chicken piece: first dredge completely in seasoned flour, then immerse in egg mixture, and finish with a final flour coating for maximum crispiness.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy skillet to 350°F, allowing oil to reach consistent temperature before adding chicken.
- Carefully place coated chicken into hot oil, cooking each side for 4-5 minutes until exterior turns deep golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer fried chicken to wire rack lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil and maintain crispy texture.
- Allow chicken to rest for 3-5 minutes before serving to help retain moisture and allow coating to set properly.
Notes
- Tenderize chicken by pounding evenly to ensure consistent cooking and crispy texture.
- Create a seasoning blend with extra herbs like thyme or cayenne for more depth of flavor.
- Pat chicken completely dry before dredging to help breading adhere perfectly and prevent soggy coating.
- Use a deep-fry thermometer to maintain oil temperature around 350°F for optimal crispiness without burning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg