Chicken Fried Chicken

Why make this recipe

Chicken Fried Chicken is a beloved comfort food that combines the crispy goodness of fried chicken with a rich and creamy gravy. This dish is perfect for family dinners or gatherings. It’s not just delicious; it’s surprisingly easy to make. With a few simple ingredients and steps, you can create a satisfying meal that everyone will love.

How to make Chicken Fried Chicken

Ingredients:

• 6-8 thin 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 tbsp hot sauce
• Oil for frying
• 1/4 cup reserved oil from frying
• 1/3 cup flour (for gravy)
• 2 cups milk
• Salt & pepper (to taste)

Directions:

1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large pan on the stove to 325°F (160°C). Use enough oil to cover the chicken pieces.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
4. Take each chicken piece and dredge it in the flour mixture. Then, dip it into the egg mixture, and finally, back into the flour mixture. Press down to make sure the flour sticks well.
5. Place the chicken in the hot oil and fry each piece for 3-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat this with all chicken pieces.
6. To make the gravy, in a large pan, add 1/4 inch of oil left from frying. Heat it on medium-high. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until absorbed.
7. Slowly add in the milk while whisking to blend. Heat until the gravy thickens, then stir in salt and pepper to taste.
8. Pour the gravy over individual chicken pieces before serving.

How to serve Chicken Fried Chicken

Serve Chicken Fried Chicken hot with a generous pour of gravy over each piece. It pairs well with mashed potatoes, green beans, or corn. For a complete meal, add a side salad to lighten things up.

How to store Chicken Fried Chicken

Store any leftover Chicken Fried Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It should last for about 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave before serving.

Tips to make Chicken Fried Chicken

• Make sure your oil is hot enough before frying. If it’s not hot, the chicken will absorb too much oil and become greasy.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying. This ensures the chicken cooks evenly.
• For extra tenderness, you can marinate the chicken in buttermilk for a few hours before cooking.

Variation

You can spice up the chicken by adding different seasonings to the flour mixture or using various hot sauces. For a healthier twist, try baking the chicken instead of frying.

FAQs

Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breasts?
A: Yes, chicken thighs also work well and tend to be juicier.

Q: What can I substitute for buttermilk?
A: You can use regular milk with a tablespoon of vinegar or lemon juice added to make a buttermilk substitute.

Q: Can I freeze Chicken Fried Chicken?
A: Yes, you can freeze it after cooking. Make sure it’s completely cooled and stored in an airtight container. Thaw in the refrigerator before reheating.

Chicken Fried Chicken

A delightful comfort food combining crispy fried chicken with rich and creamy gravy, perfect for family dinners.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Total Time 45 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 580

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

For the Chicken

• 6-8 pieces thin sliced chicken breasts Use thinly sliced for even cooking
• 2 cups flour For dredging
• 2 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp pepper
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1.5 cups buttermilk
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp hot sauce
• enough Oil for frying Oil should cover the chicken pieces

For the Gravy

• 1/4 cup reserved oil from frying
• 1/3 cup flour For thickening the gravy
• 2 cups milk
• to taste Salt & pepper For seasoning the gravy

Method

 

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large pan on the stove to 325°F (160°C). Use enough oil to cover the chicken pieces.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
3. In another bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
4. Take each chicken piece and dredge it in the flour mixture. Then, dip it into the egg mixture, and finally, back into the flour mixture. Press down to make sure the flour sticks well.

Cooking

1. Place the chicken in the hot oil and fry each piece for 3-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
2. Remove from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat this with all chicken pieces.

Making the Gravy

1. In a large pan, add 1/4 inch of oil left from frying. Heat it on medium-high.
2. Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute until absorbed.
3. Slowly add in the milk while whisking to blend. Heat until the gravy thickens, then stir in salt and pepper to taste.

Serving

1. Pour the gravy over individual chicken pieces before serving.

Notes

Make sure your oil is hot enough before frying. Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying. For extra tenderness, marinate the chicken in buttermilk for a few hours before cooking. Spicing up the chicken with different seasonings in the flour mixture can enhance flavors.