Description
Crispy chicken is the ultimate comfort food, combining a perfectly crunchy exterior with tender, juicy meat. This easy-to-follow recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at gatherings. With a delightful blend of spices and a golden-brown crust, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (smoked for extra flavor)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp pepper
- 1/2 cup cooking oil (vegetable or canola)
Instructions
- Rinse and pat dry chicken breasts to remove excess moisture.
- Set up three shallow bowls: one with seasoned flour, another with beaten eggs, and the last with panko breadcrumbs mixed with paprika.
- Dredge each chicken breast in flour, dip in egg, and coat with panko breadcrumbs, pressing firmly to adhere.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering (around 350°F).
- Fry each chicken breast for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil and let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 130mg