Description
Country Fried Chicken is a beloved classic that transforms any meal into a comforting experience. This dish features succulent chicken breasts coated in a crunchy, seasoned breading, making it an ideal choice for family dinners or special occasions. The recipe is not only straightforward for cooks of all levels but also pairs well with traditional sides like creamy mashed potatoes and rich gravy. With its mouthwatering flavor and crispy texture, this Country Fried Chicken will have everyone asking for seconds. Plus, you can easily customize the seasoning to suit your taste preferences!
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
- Flatten the chicken breasts using a meat tenderizer and marinate in a mixture of buttermilk, eggs, and salt for at least 1 hour.
- After marinating, dry the chicken and dredge it in a combination of flour, breadcrumbs, and seasonings until fully coated.
- Heat oil in a cast iron skillet to about 350°F and fry each piece of chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack to drain excess oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg