Chicken Fried Chicken
Indulge in the crispy, golden perfection of chicken fried chicken—a true comfort food that brings back cherished memories. This dish features tender, juicy chicken enveloped in a crunchy coating, making it the star of any meal. Ideal for family gatherings or cozy dinners, this recipe is not only simple but also bursting with flavor. Get ready to impress your loved ones with every delicious bite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- Optional: gravy ingredients (2 tbsp butter, 2 tbsp flour, 1 cup chicken broth)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge each piece in the flour mixture until well-coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat (350°F/175°C).
- Fry chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with optional gravy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 95mg