Description
Chicken Fried Chicken is a delightful twist on the classic fried chicken that will quickly become a family favorite. With its crispy, golden-brown exterior and tender, juicy chicken inside, this dish is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a busy weeknight dinner or a casual gathering with friends. Made with simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry, this recipe is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly comforting. Serve it up hot with creamy gravy and your favorite sides for a meal that brings everyone to the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 thin sliced chicken breasts
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk
- 1 egg
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan to 325°F.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, dip in the egg mixture, then coat again in flour.
- Fry each piece for 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- For gravy, combine reserved frying oil with flour and gradually add milk while whisking until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 70mg