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Chicken Fried Chicken

Chicken Fried Chicken


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  • Author: Amanda
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Chicken Fried Chicken is a delightful twist on the classic fried chicken, offering a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a rich, savory gravy that brings comfort to any meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a seasoned batter, making it both easy and satisfying. In just about 30 minutes, you can serve up a plateful of this Southern favorite that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Pair it with mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread to complete your comforting dinner experience.


Ingredients

  • Thin sliced chicken breasts
  • Flour
  • Baking powder and baking soda
  • Buttermilk
  • Egg
  • Hot sauce
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan to 325°F.
  2. In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In another bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
  3. Dredge each chicken piece in flour mixture, dip in the egg mixture, then coat again with flour.
  4. Fry the chicken for 3–5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Make the gravy by heating reserved frying oil and whisking in flour until absorbed; add milk slowly while stirring until thickened.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of Chicken Fried Chicken (100g)
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 850mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 18g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg