Description
Fried Chicken is a classic comfort food known for its crispy, golden-brown coating and juicy, flavorful meat. This recipe features a seasoned flour coating, double-dipped in egg and flour, and fried to perfection. It’s perfect for a hearty meal that will please a crowd.
Ingredients
Scale
- Chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, wings, or breasts)
- 1 cup milk
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp poultry seasoning
Instructions
- Prepare Coating Mixture: In a large bowl, mix the all-purpose flour, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and poultry seasoning.
- Prepare Egg Mixture: In a separate bowl, whisk together the beaten eggs and milk.
- Coat Chicken: Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, then dip it into the egg mixture, and coat again in the flour mixture.
- Heat Oil: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry Chicken: Carefully place the chicken pieces into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 12-15 minutes. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Drain and Serve: Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crunch, use a combination of baking powder and flour in the coating mixture.
- Ensure the oil temperature stays consistent to achieve evenly cooked, crispy chicken.
- For a spicier version, add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the flour mixture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg