Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of crispy chicken fried chicken, featuring a golden, crunchy coating that encases tender, juicy chicken. Perfect for family dinners or gatherings, this dish brings together flavor and nostalgia, making it an unforgettable centerpiece for any meal. Let’s bring a taste of home to your table!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp paprika (smoked preferred)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken breasts in buttermilk mixed with salt and pepper for at least 1 hour.
- 2. Set up a breading station with three shallow bowls: one for seasoned flour (flour, garlic powder, paprika), one for beaten eggs, and one for panko breadcrumbs.
- 3. Bread the marinated chicken by dredging it in flour, followed by the egg wash, and finally coating it in panko.
- 4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 350°F).
- 5. Fry the breaded chicken pieces for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (about 170g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg