Description
Chicken Fried Chicken is a delectable twist on the classic fried chicken, featuring crispy, golden-brown breading that envelops tender, juicy chicken breasts. This Southern comfort dish is perfect for family gatherings or cozy weeknights, ensuring every bite is filled with flavor and nostalgia. Serve it hot with gravy or alongside your favorite sides for a satisfying meal that will please both kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 cups cooking oil (canola or vegetable)
Instructions
- Soak chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour, or overnight for extra tenderness.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Remove each chicken breast from the buttermilk and coat generously in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet until shimmering (about 350°F).
- Fry each coated chicken breast for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with gravy or as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg