Fried chicken breast is one of my favorite ways to enjoy chicken. Learn the best way to prepare delicious, juicy chicken that will leave your taste buds satisfied!
❤️ Why you'll love it
Fried chicken breast is the perfect comfort food for any occasion. Whether you've got a big family or it's just you at home, this go-to recipe will have them asking for more.
You can enjoy this chicken recipe alone or with some sides for a delicious meal that is sure to satisfy even the pickiest eaters!
🧾 Ingredients Used
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- Chicken breasts: I use boneless skinless chicken breasts for this recipe.
- Olive oil and melted butter: Butter adds extra flavor to the chicken breast. You can also use avocado oil.
- Chicken seasoning: I use my homemade chicken seasoning, which is made with simple pantry ingredients. This spice blend is a mix of peppers, aromatics, and herbs, including garlic powder, smoked paprika, dried parsley, black pepper, salt, and a few others.
🔪 How To Make This Recipe
- Wash and pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels.
- If your chicken breasts are thick, place them on a plastic cutting board and slice them lengthwise into two equal halves.
- Place the chicken breast pieces in a large bowl and season them generously with the chicken seasoning.
- Add the butter and olive oil to a large skillet or frying pan. When heated, place the chicken in the hot oil and arrange them in a single layer.
- Brown the chicken breast on one side for about 5 minutes on medium-high heat. Make sure the lid is partially covered.
- Gently flip it over and brown the other side for 5 more minutes with the lid covered.
🥫 Storing and Reheating
After you have fried the chicken, let it cool for about 10 minutes. Then, place the chicken in an airtight container and store it in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
To reheat, preheat your oven to 350°F and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the internal temperature on a meat thermometer reads 165 degrees F.
💭 Tips and Variations
- Use a cast iron skillet or a heavy skillet for the best results. This will help ensure even cooking and prevent the chicken from sticking to the pan.
- For extra crispiness, use a double dredging technique: dip your chicken in a mixture of almond flour, spices, and seasonings, then into an egg mixture before coating it with crushed pork rinds or other crumbly ingredients.
- You can also add different herbs and spices to change the flavor of your fried chicken breasts. Try cumin, onion powder, coriander, paprika, or curry powder for new flavors!
- For something different, try air frying or oven-baking your chicken instead of frying.
- For added crunch and flavor, top with freshly chopped herbs like parsley, chives, or cilantro just before serving.
🍽️ What can I eat this recipe with?
This crispy fried chicken breast recipe is excellent as a standalone dish when paired with your favorite sauce. Some great options are hot sauce, buffalo sauce, BBQ sauce, or African pepper sauce. You can also drizzle some keto gravy on it.
Enjoy this air fryer bone-in chicken thighs recipe with side dishes like coleslaw or veggies like broccoli.
👩🍳 Frequently asked questions
How do you fry chicken breast so it's not dry?
The key to frying chicken breast so it's not dry is to cook it over medium heat and cover the pan with a lid. This helps create a moist, juicy environment for cooking chicken breast. Also, ensure you don't overcook your chicken because this can lead to dryness.
What is the secret to good fried chicken?
The secret to good fried chicken is to season your chicken generously with salt and spices for a flavorful result. Also, ensure that the oil temperature stays consistent during the cooking process and that you don't overcrowd the pan so that your chicken can cook evenly.
What is the best oil for frying chicken?
The best oil for frying chicken is one with a high smoke point and neutral flavor. Sunflower oil, avocado, or peanut oil are all great choices. Olive oil has a lower smoke point but also gives the chicken some added flavor.
How do you keep fried chicken crispy?
To keep fried chicken crispy, it needs to stay warm while it cools off to prevent steam from condensing on the coating and making it soggy.
To achieve this, place your cooked chicken on a wire rack that's been placed over a baking sheet so any excess grease can drain away. Also, avoid stacking pieces of chicken when you're done cooking them, so they don't steam each other.
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📖 Recipe
Fried Chicken Breast
Ingredients
- 3 boneless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 2 tablespoon chicken seasoning
Instructions
- Wash and pat dry the chicken breasts with paper towels.3 boneless chicken breasts
- If your chicken breasts are thick, place them on a plastic cutting board and slice them lengthwise into two equal halves.
- Season the chicken breast pieces generously with the chicken seasoning.2 tablespoon chicken seasoning
- Add the butter and olive oil to a large skillet.1 tablespoon butter, 1 tablespoon olive oil
- When heated, arrange the chicken in a single layer.
- Brown the chicken breast on one side for about 5 minutes on medium-high heat. Make sure the lid is partially covered.
- Gently flip it over and brown the other side for 5 more minutes with the lid covered.
Notes
- Use a cast iron skillet or a heavy skillet for the best results. This will help ensure even cooking and prevent the chicken from sticking to the pan.
- For extra crispiness, use a double dredging technique: dip your chicken in a mixture of almond flour, spices, and seasonings, then into an egg mixture before coating it with crushed pork rinds or other crumbly ingredients.
- You can also add different herbs and spices to change the flavor of your fried chicken breasts. Try cumin, onion powder, coriander, paprika, or curry powder for new flavors!
- For something different, try air frying or oven-baking your chicken instead of frying.
- For added crunch and flavor, top with freshly chopped herbs like parsley, chives, or cilantro just before serving.
Nutrition
Tayo Oredola is the founder of Low Carb Africa, where she shares healthy, low carb dishes with global flavors. She is passionate about teaching people how to cook drool-worthy dishes while losing weight and living their best lives. Tayo’s recipes have been featured on MSN, Women’s Health, Parade, Yahoo News, Pure Wow, Essence, and other online publications.
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