Michelle's Recipe for Almost Fail Proof Fried Chick

Name: Michelle's Recipe for Almost Fail Proof Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons salt; 2 cups water; 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts; ¾ cup oil; 1 egg; ⅓ cup milk; 1 cup flour; 1 -1 ½ tablespoon pepper; 1 -1 ½ tablespoon onion powder; 1 -1 ½ tablespoon garlic powder; 12-1 tablespoon seasoning salt; 12-1 tablespoon cinnamon; 1 -1 ½ tablespoon dark chili powder; 1 12-3 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 12-1 tablespoon paprika; 14-½ tablespoon pepper (in addition to basic)

Servings: persons

3 teaspoons salt
2 cups water
3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
¾ cup oil
1 egg
⅓ cup milk
1 cup flour
1 -1 ½ tablespoon pepper
1 -1 ½ tablespoon onion powder
1 -1 ½ tablespoon garlic powder
12-1 tablespoon seasoning salt
12-1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 -1 ½ tablespoon dark chili powder
1 12-3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
12-1 tablespoon paprika
14-½ tablespoon pepper (in addition to basic)

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["Soak chicken in salt mixed with water, let sit in fridge for at least 20 minutes to an hour.", "Pre-heat oven to 400.", "Drain salt water and rinse chicken well in cold water, shaking dry.", "Beat egg and milk in medium sized bowl.", "Mix flour and desired spices in another medium sized bowl.", "Put oil in skillet and heat on medium/high heat - See Tip 1.", "Dip chicken in flour mixture, coating generously.", "Dip same piece in egg mixture, shaking off excess.", "Re-dip into flour mixture - See Tip 2.", "Cook chicken (do not crowd) in large deep skillet (or I use a pot) for 6-8 minutes each side, do not lift except to turn once, do not stab with a fork (if your super tempted to look, use thongs and be careful - but I warned you lol).", "When finished place chicken in casserole dish or deep cookie tray (you can line with foil) Spread with a THIN layer of oil.", "Bake chicken 30 minutes or until cooked through, no need to turn.", "Tip 1 - Letting the chicken sit after floured on a plate (like while waiting ot coat the rest) results in some of it coming off or almost ""melting"

2437

kcal

Calories

Fat

464

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 teaspoons salt, 2 cups water, 3 large boneless skinless chicken breasts, ¾ cup oil, and more.

Yes, Michelle's Recipe for Almost Fail Proof Fried 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Michelle's Recipe for Almost Fail Proof Fried Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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