Description
This crispy boneless chicken breast recipe delivers golden, juicy perfection with a flavorful seasoned crust. Marinated in buttermilk and fried to a satisfying crunch, it’s ideal for sandwiches, salads, or as a standalone dish. Quick to prepare and packed with flavor, it’s a must-have for any home cook.
Ingredients
4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup buttermilk (or whole milk with 1 tbsp vinegar)
1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, for marinade)
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Oil for frying (vegetable, canola, or peanut oil)
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin.
Marinate Place the chicken in a bowl or zip-top bag with buttermilk and hot sauce (if using). Marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
Mix the Coating In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Heat the Oil Pour about 1.5 inches of oil into a deep skillet or Dutch oven and heat to 350°F (175°C).
Dredge the Chicken Remove chicken from the marinade, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere. For extra crunch, dip back into the buttermilk and dredge again.
Fry Carefully place the coated chicken into the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 5–6 minutes per side, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Drain and Rest Remove chicken from oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack. Let rest a few minutes before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
Double-dipping in the buttermilk and flour mixture enhances the crispy texture.
Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature, ensuring even cooking.
Resting the chicken after frying helps retain juiciness and crispiness.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Chicken Breast Recipes
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken breast (approx. 184g)
- Calories: 436
- Sugar: 0.4g
- Sodium: 922mg
- Fat: 20.6g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15.6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17.8g
- Fiber: 0.6g
- Protein: 42.4g
- Cholesterol: 132.5mg
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