Chicken Fried Chicken
A delicious and comforting dish featuring crispy coating and juicy chicken, perfect for family dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 6-8 pieces thin sliced chicken breasts Use thinly sliced for even cooking and tenderness.
- 2 cups flour For the coating.
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp salt Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp pepper Adjust to taste.
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1.5 cups buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tbsp hot sauce Add more for spice.
- Oil for frying oil for frying Ensure oil is hot enough before frying.
For the Gravy
- 1/4 cup reserved oil from frying
- 1/3 cup flour For thickening the gravy.
- 2 cups milk Adjust consistency as desired.
- salt & pepper (to taste) Adjust according to taste.
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan on the stove to 325°F.
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, then dip into the egg mixture, and back into the flour mixture. Press the flour onto the chicken well.
Cooking
- Place chicken in the pan or deep fryer and fry on each side for 3-5 minutes until golden brown. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with all chicken.
Making Gravy
- To make your gravy, add 1/4 cup of reserved oil from cooking to a large pan and heat on medium-high. Stir in the flour until absorbed and cook for about 1 minute.
- Slowly add in your milk, whisking to blend, and heat until thickened. Stir in salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour gravy over individual pieces of chicken before serving.
Notes
Store leftover Chicken Fried Chicken in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or freeze for 2-3 months. Consider serving with sides like mashed potatoes, green beans, or a side salad.