chicken fried chicken
Craving the comforting flavors of Southern cuisine? Treat yourself to Chicken Fried Chicken, a crispy, juicy, and golden-fried dish that brings all the soul and flavor of a classic diner meal.
Ingredients
Chicken and Breading
- 6–8 thinly sliced chicken breasts
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
Egg Wash
- 1 ½ cups buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional, for a subtle kick)
For Frying and Gravy
- Neutral oil for frying (such as canola or vegetable)
- ¼ cup pan drippings (reserved oil from frying)
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2–2 ½ cups whole milk (for gravy)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or deep pan to 325°F (165°C).
- In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, pepper, garlic powder.
- In another bowl, whisk buttermilk, egg, and hot sauce.
- Dredge chicken in flour mix → dip in egg mix → dredge again in flour, press to coat well.
- Fry chicken 3–5 mins per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F inside).
- Set on paper towels or rack to drain; repeat with remaining chicken.
- For gravy: retain ¼ cup oil in pan, whisk in ¼ cup flour, cook 1 minute.
- Slowly add 2–2½ cups milk, whisk until thickened (5–6 mins).
- Season gravy with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour gravy over hot fried chicken and serve immediately.