Description
Chicken Fried Chicken is a delightful twist on a classic favorite, combining tender chicken breast with a crispy, golden coating and topped with creamy gravy. This quick dinnertime recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special family gatherings, offering comfort and flavor that everyone will love. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a hearty meal that warms the soul and brings loved ones together at the table. Whether served over mashed potatoes or nestled in a sandwich, this dish is sure to become a household staple.
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 one bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, combine buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, dip in the egg mixture, then back into the flour mixture for even coating.
- Fry chicken pieces for 3-5 minutes on each side until golden brown; drain on paper towels.
- For gravy: Use reserved oil to cook flour until golden, then whisk in milk until thickened. Season to taste.
- Serve chicken with gravy poured over it.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (approximately 120g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg