Description
Crispy chicken fried chicken from Southern kitchens delivers comfort on a plate. Herb-coated golden breading and juicy meat create a perfect harmony that home cooks will savor with pure delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Flour and Seasonings:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt (to taste)
- Black pepper (to taste)
Liquid Ingredients:
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- Oil for frying (approximately 2-3 cups)
Instructions
- Gently pound chicken breasts between plastic wrap until uniformly thin, about 1/4-inch thick.
- Create a seasoned flour mixture by blending flour with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a shallow dish.
- Prepare an egg wash by whisking eggs and milk together in a separate bowl until smooth and well combined.
- Thoroughly coat each chicken piece in the seasoned flour, ensuring complete coverage.
- Dip the floured chicken into the egg wash, allowing excess to drip off.
- Return the chicken to the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to create a crisp, even coating.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F, maintaining a consistent temperature.
- Carefully place coated chicken into the hot oil, cooking for 4-6 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Let chicken rest for 2-3 minutes before serving to allow coating to set and juices to redistribute.
Notes
- Ensure chicken breasts are pounded evenly to about 1/2-inch thickness for consistent cooking and tender texture.
- Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to flatten chicken, placing it between plastic wrap to prevent mess and splatter.
- Double-dredging technique creates extra crispy, thick coating that locks in moisture and provides satisfying crunch.
- For gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond flour or gluten-free breadcrumbs to accommodate dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 435 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 1.5 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg