Description
Chicken Fried Chicken is a Southern comfort classic featuring crispy, golden-fried chicken breasts served with a rich and creamy homemade gravy. Perfect for a hearty family meal.
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
- Gravy:
- 1/4 cup reserved oil from frying
- 1/3 cup flour
- 2 cups milk
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan to 325°F (165°C).
- 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 flour mixture, dip into egg mixture, then back into flour mixture, pressing to coat well.
- Fry chicken 3–5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Make gravy: Heat 1/4 cup reserved oil in a pan. Stir in flour and cook 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk and cook until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve chicken topped with gravy.
Notes
- Maintain oil temperature for best crispy texture.
- Add extra black pepper to gravy for classic Southern flavor.
- Serve with mashed potatoes or biscuits for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Fry
- Cuisine: American