Chicken Fried Chicken
Classic Southern comfort food featuring crispy, crunchy coating and juicy, tender chicken. Perfect for a cozy homemade dinner!
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Ingredients
- 2 large Boneless, skinless chicken breasts sliced in half horizontally or pounded for even thickness
- 2 cups Buttermilk can substitute with milk and lemon juice/vinegar mix
- 2 cups All-purpose flour can substitute some with cornstarch for extra crunch
- 2 Eggs
- 2 tbsp Seasonings (garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, pepper) adjust to taste, can add hot sauce for spiciness
- 3 cups Oil for frying (canola or peanut oil) neutral and high-smoke oil preferred
Instructions
- Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally or pound for even thickness.
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk, salt, pepper, and optional hot sauce for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and more seasoned flour in separate bowls for breading.
- Coat marinated chicken in dry flour, eggs, then back into flour for double dipping.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F for frying.
- Fry breaded chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Serve crispy chicken with mashed potatoes, gravy, and green vegetables.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Variations include adding extra spice, herb crust, gluten-free options, air fryer method, and sandwich-style serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingsCalories: 655kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 50gFat: 33gSaturated Fat: 7gTrans Fat: 0.1gCholesterol: 148mgSodium: 175mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g