Description
Indulge in the comforting delight of Chicken Fried Chicken, a quick and delicious meal that will have your family gathering around the dinner table. This easy-to-make recipe features tender chicken breasts coated in a crispy, golden crust and served with creamy gravy that adds a rich flavor to each bite. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this Southern classic in under 30 minutes. Whether it’s a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish promises satisfaction for all ages, especially kids who love its crunchy texture.
Ingredients
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- 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 for gravy
- 2 cups milk
- Salt & pepper for gravy
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan to 325°F.
- In one bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder. In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Dredge chicken pieces first in the flour mixture, then dip into the buttermilk mixture, and coat again with flour.
- Fry the chicken in hot oil for about 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For gravy, heat reserved oil in a pan; whisk in flour until absorbed. Gradually add milk and season with salt and pepper until thickened.
- Serve chicken topped with gravy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of Chicken Fried Chicken (150g)
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 75mg