Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of Chicken Fried Chicken, a delightful dish that brings the family together with its crispy coating and savory gravy. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, taking just 30 minutes from preparation to plate. With simple ingredients, you can create a meal that pleases even the pickiest eaters. Pair it with mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or steamed veggies for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
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 to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan until it reaches 325°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Dredge each chicken slice in the flour mixture, dip into the egg mixture, then coat again with flour.
- Fry the chicken for 3–5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- For gravy: In a pan with reserved oil from frying, whisk in 1/3 cup flour and gradually add 2 cups milk until thickened; season to taste.
- Serve the fried chicken topped with gravy alongside your favorite sides.
- 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: 420
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg