How to Make Chicken Fried Chicken - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chicken Fried Chicken is a classic southern dish that is sure to satisfy any comfort food craving. This recipe combines the beloved flavors of fried chicken with the ease of cooking a chicken breast, making it a perfect option for a delicious weeknight dinner or a crowd-pleasing dish for a family gathering.

The star of this dish is, of course, the chicken breast. A boneless, skinless chicken breast is pounded to an even thickness, ensuring that it cooks evenly and remains tender and j...

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Ingredients

  • 30 saltine crackers
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons dry potato flakes
  • 1 teaspoon seasoned salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Place crackers in a large resealable plastic bag; seal bag and crush crackers with a rolling pin until they are coarse crumbs. Add the flour, potato flakes, seasoned salt, and pepper and mix well.
  • Beat egg in a shallow dish or bowl. One by one, dredge chicken pieces in egg, then place in bag with crumb mixture. Seal bag and shake to coat.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Fry chicken, turning frequently, until golden brown and juices run clear, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    887 cal.

    • Total Fat: 80g
    • Saturated Fat: 11g
    • Cholesterol: 103mg
    • Sodium: 389mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 14g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 0g
    • Protein: 29g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 32mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 272mg