Description
Crispy, golden-brown Chicken Fried Chicken is a Southern classic featuring juicy, tender chicken breasts coated in a seasoned, crunchy breading and smothered in rich country gravy. Perfect for a comforting meal, this dish pairs beautifully with mashed potatoes, biscuits, and fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (pounded to ½-inch thickness)
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
¼ cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
2 large eggs
¾ cup buttermilk
Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Gravy:
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 ½ cups milk
Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Pound the chicken breasts to an even ½-inch thickness and season with salt and pepper.
- Set Up Breading Station: In one bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and seasonings. In another, whisk together eggs and buttermilk.
- Bread the Chicken: Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, then dip into the buttermilk mixture, and coat again in the flour mixture. Let the breaded chicken rest for 5 minutes.
- Fry the Chicken: Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on a wire rack.
- Make the Gravy: In a pan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly add milk, whisking constantly, until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve: Pour warm gravy over the crispy chicken and enjoy with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course