Description
Crispy chicken fried chicken features tender meat enveloped in a crunchy coating, making it the ultimate comfort food for any gathering. Delight your family and friends with this irresistible dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- 1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk seasoned with salt and pepper for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- 2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- 3. Dredge each piece of marinated chicken in the seasoned flour mixture until fully coated.
- 4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
- 5. Fry each coated piece until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes per side, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Add herbs like thyme or oregano to the flour mixture for extra flavor. Substitute regular flour with gluten-free options as needed. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days; reheat in the oven at 350°F to maintain crispiness.