Description
Chicken Fried Chicken is a mouthwatering comfort food that brings the flavors of the South right to your dinner table. This recipe features juicy chicken breasts coated in a crispy, seasoned crust, and smothered in rich, creamy gravy. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family. With minimal ingredients and a straightforward cooking process, you can whip up this satisfying meal in just 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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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, mix buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Dredge each chicken breast first in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg wash, followed by another coating in flour.
- Fry chicken for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Drain on paper towels.
- For gravy, use reserved oil to make a roux with flour; 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 of Chicken Fried Chicken (150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 100mg