Country Calabash Chicken Recipe

Name: Country Calabash Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 chicken breast fillets, cut into strips; 1/2 cup kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon dried sage; 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme; 2 cups buttermilk; 1 1/2 - 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon pepper; peanut oil (for frying); Dipping Sauce; 1 hidden valley ranch dressing mix, package; 1 cup mayonnaise; 1 cup milk

Servings: persons

12 chicken breast fillets, cut into strips
1/2 cup kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon dried sage
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
2 cups buttermilk
1 1/2 - 2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
peanut oil (for frying)
Dipping Sauce
1 hidden valley ranch dressing mix, package
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup milk

1
The day before frying, mix the salt, sage and thyme together in a plastic bag.
2
Add the chicken pieces and toss until they are evenly and lightly coated.
3
Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
4
Rinse the chicken under running water and place in a shallow dish.
5
Pour the buttermilk over the chicken.
6
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and refrigerate overnight.
7
The next day, combine the flour, salt and pepper in another shallow dish.
8
Drain the buttermilk from the chicken pieces, but do not dry them.
9
Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture.
10
Heat a large, heavy skillet or saute pan over high heat. Add 1 inch of peanut oil and heat until almost smoking.
11
Carefully place the chicken in the hot oil, leaving plenty of space between the pieces.
12
Reduce the heat to medium and cook the chicken for 8-10 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
13
Drain the chicken on wire racks with paper towels underneath.
14
For Dipping Sauce - Mix well all ingredients in a serving bowl. Let chill in the refrigerator prior to serving.

1891

kcal

Calories

151

Fat

Carbs

100

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 chicken breast fillets, cut into strips, 1/2 cup kosher salt, 1/2 teaspoon dried sage, 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme, and more.

Yes, Country Calabash Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Country Calabash Chicken

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