Description
Chicken Fried Chicken is a delightful twist on classic comfort food, combining crispy, golden-fried chicken breasts with a rich and savory gravy. This dish is perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, offering a satisfying meal that pleases both adults and children alike. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this delicious recipe in under 30 minutes. Pair it with creamy mashed potatoes or refreshing coleslaw for a complete dining experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6–8 thinly 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 for gravy
- 2 cups milk
- Salt & pepper for gravy
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.
- Dredge each chicken breast in the flour mixture, dip into the egg mixture, then return to the flour.
- Fry chicken for about 3-5 minutes per side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- For gravy, use reserved oil to cook flour over medium heat before gradually adding milk and seasoning until thickened.
- Serve hot by pouring gravy over the chicken.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of Chicken Fried Chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 85mg