Description
Chicken fried chicken is a delicious twist on classic comfort food, featuring a crispy golden coating that gives way to juicy, tender chicken. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish combines savory flavors and a satisfying crunch that will have everyone asking for seconds. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Fresh parsley (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to about 1-inch thickness for even cooking.
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least one hour.
- Set up three bowls: one with seasoned flour, one with beaten eggs, and one empty.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour, then egg, and back into the flour ensuring an even coating.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Fry the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side or until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg