Description
Country Fried Chicken is a soul-satisfying dish that offers the perfect blend of crispy, golden-brown breading and tender, juicy chicken. This classic comfort food is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings family and friends together around the dinner table. Ideal for any occasion, this recipe shines with its simple preparation and delightful flavor. Serve it alongside rich gravy and creamy mashed potatoes, or mix it up with fresh sides like coleslaw or cornbread to create a truly unforgettable dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 ½ cups vegetable oil
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 large eggs (whisked)
- 3 teaspoons salt
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 ½ teaspoons seasoned salt
- ¾ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts to about 1/2 inch thickness. Pat dry.
- Combine eggs, salt, and buttermilk in a bowl. Add chicken and marinate for 1-2 hours.
- Coat each marinated breast in a mix of flour and breadcrumbs before frying.
- Heat oil in a cast iron skillet to about 350°F. Fry each piece for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer fried chicken to a wire cooling rack to drain excess oil.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg