Name: Chicken Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts; 2 cups buttermilk; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 2 large eggs; 1 tsp baking powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp paprika; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional); Vegetable or canola oil, for frying; 2 tbsp butter (for gravy); 2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for gravy); 1 1/2 cups milk (for gravy); Salt and pepper to taste (for gravy)

Description

Chicken Fried Chicken is a Southern comfort classic made with tender, boneless chicken breasts, marinated in buttermilk, coated in seasoned flour, and fried until golden and crispy. Served with creamy gravy, it’s the perfect indulgent meal for any day of the week.

Ingredients

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 large eggs
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp paprika
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Vegetable or canola oil, for frying
2 tbsp butter (for gravy)
2 tbsp all-purpose flour (for gravy)
1 1/2 cups milk (for gravy)
Salt and pepper to taste (for gravy)

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Instructions

Flatten the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Place the chicken in a bowl with buttermilk and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the fridge.
In a shallow dish, mix together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using).
In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs.
Remove chicken from the buttermilk, dredge in flour mixture, dip in egg wash, and dredge again in flour mixture. Press firmly to adhere.
Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken pieces for 5–7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a wire rack to drain.
To make the gravy, melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes.
Gradually whisk in milk, cooking until the gravy thickens. Season with salt and pepper.
Serve chicken hot with gravy spooned over the top.

Notes

Marinate overnight for extra tender chicken.
Use a thermometer to ensure the oil stays at 350°F for even frying.
Don’t overcrowd the pan; fry in batches if needed.
Let breaded chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before frying to help coating stick.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus 1 hour marinating)
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 chicken breast with gravy
Calories: 520
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 720mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Unsaturated Fat: 18g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 32g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 36g
Cholesterol: 145mg