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The Ultimate Chicken Fried Chicken Recipe

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Experience comfort with this crispy chicken fried chicken, featuring juicy meat and creamy gravy that will have everyone craving seconds.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 34 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 large eggs
  • Salt, pepper, paprika
  • Oil for frying (vegetable or peanut)

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk and spices for at least 1 hour.
  2. Set up a breading station with seasoned flour, beaten eggs, and an empty dish.
  3. Dredge marinated chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat again in flour.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  5. Fry each piece for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. For gravy: Whisk melted butter and flour in the skillet drippings; slowly add broth and milk until smooth.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken (150g)
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 24g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 22g
  • Cholesterol: 120mg