Description
Chicken Fried Chicken is a mouthwatering twist on the classic fried chicken, offering juicy, tender meat enveloped in a crunchy, golden coating. This easy-to-follow recipe brings together simple ingredients and straightforward steps, making it perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With each bite bursting with flavor and nostalgic comfort, this dish is sure to become a favorite at your dinner table. Serve it alongside your favorite sides for a delightful meal that feels like home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight in the fridge.
- In one bowl, whisk together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs until frothy.
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and dip each piece into the egg mixture, then dredge in the seasoned flour until fully coated.
- Heat about half an inch of vegetable oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces for about 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil and serve hot with your choice of sides.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg