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Crispy Chicken Batter Delight

Golden Crispy Chicken Perfection in Every Bite

4servings
35 min
Easy
Weeknight-friendly timingMacros ready to logFeeds a hungry crew
Crispy Chicken Batter Delight

About this recipe

This updated Chicken Batter Delight recipe offers a crispier crust and juicier meat using a combination of traditional methods and modern tweaks. Perfect for a family dinner or a delightful meal with friends.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups vegetable oil

Directions

  1. 1

    Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

  3. 3

    Pour buttermilk into a separate dish.

  4. 4

    Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk, then coat with the flour mixture.

  5. 5

    Heat vegetable oil in a dutch oven or heavy skillet over medium heat until a drop of batter sizzles and floats.

  6. 6

    Fry the chicken in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan, until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.

  7. 7

    Drain on a wire rack over a baking sheet to maintain crispiness.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately.

Chef's tip

For extra flavor, try adding a pinch of cayenne to the flour mixture.

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