Chicken Fried Chicken Recipe
This Chicken Fried Chicken recipe features thinly sliced chicken breasts coated in a flavorful seasoned flour and buttermilk batter, then fried to a crispy golden brown. Served with creamy homemade gravy made from the pan drippings, this southern classic is perfect for a comforting meal any day of the week.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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Chicken and Coating
- 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 (such as vegetable or canola oil)
Gravy
- 1/4 cup reserved oil from frying
- 1/3 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat Oil: Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan on the stove with a few inches depth to 325°F (163°C) for frying.
- Prepare Flour Mixture: In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until evenly combined.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce until smooth.
- Dredge Chicken: Coat each chicken breast first in the seasoned flour mixture, then dip into the buttermilk mixture, and finally back into the flour mixture. Press the flour onto the chicken to ensure a thick, even coating.
- Fry Chicken: Place the coated chicken breasts in the preheated oil and fry each side for 3-5 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Make Gravy: In a large pan, add 1/4 cup of the reserved frying oil and heat over medium-high heat. Stir in the 1/3 cup flour and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute to form a roux.
- Add Milk and Season: Slowly whisk in the milk until smooth. Continue to cook and whisk until the gravy thickens to your desired consistency, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Pour the hot gravy over the chicken fried chicken before serving for a delicious, comforting meal.
Notes
- Ensure oil temperature remains around 325°F to cook chicken evenly without burning the coating.
- Use thinly sliced chicken breasts for faster cooking and a tender texture.
- Press flour coating onto the chicken to create a thick, crunchy crust.
- Reserve oil carefully after frying to make a flavorful gravy.
- If gravy is too thick, thin with a little extra milk to reach preferred consistency.
Keywords: chicken fried chicken, southern fried chicken, homemade gravy, crispy fried chicken, comfort food
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