Description
Chicken Fried Chicken is a beloved comfort food that combines tender, juicy chicken breasts with a crispy, golden coating and rich gravy. This easy-to-make dish is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, bringing everyone together around the table. With just a handful of simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll create a meal that delights both kids and adults alike. Serve it alongside classic sides like mashed potatoes or coleslaw for a complete dinner experience that’s sure to impress.
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 cups 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 a bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, mix buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce until smooth.
- Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, dip into the egg mixture, then return to the flour.
- Fry chicken for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- For gravy, heat reserved oil in a pan, stir in flour until absorbed, then gradually add milk while whisking until thickened.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg