Description
Crispy Outback-style Bloomin Fried Chicken made with seasoned breaded chicken breast, buttermilk coating, and bold spices for a crunchy, flavorful fried chicken dish.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breast, sliced and pounded thin
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 3 tablespoons oil (for frying)
- 2 teaspoons seasoned salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup water (for buttermilk mixture)
Instructions
- Pound chicken breasts thin for even cooking.
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk with water and stir well.
- In another bowl, combine flour, seasoned salt, cayenne, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper.
- Coat chicken in seasoned flour mixture.
- Dip into buttermilk mixture, then coat again in flour mixture for extra crispiness.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
- Double dredging creates extra crispy coating.
- Maintain oil temperature for even frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Fried
- Cuisine: American