Description
Chicken Fried Chicken is a delightful take on a classic dish, perfect for family dinners or gatherings. This recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy, golden crust and served with a rich, creamy gravy that elevates the entire meal. With minimal ingredients and quick preparation time, you can whip up this comforting dish in just 30 minutes. Whether paired with classic sides like mashed potatoes and green beans or enjoyed on its own, this Chicken Fried Chicken will soon become a favorite at your table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 thin sliced chicken breasts
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg
- 1 Tbs hot sauce
- Oil for frying
- 1/4 cup reserved oil from frying
- 1/3 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt & pepper
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan to 325°F.
- In one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and back into the flour.
- Fry chicken for about 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- Use reserved oil to whisk in flour and gradually add milk until thickened; season to taste.
- Serve chicken with gravy poured over.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 80mg