Old Bay Seasoned Fried Chicken Breasts Recipe

Name: Old Bay Seasoned Fried Chicken Breasts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Brine; 1/2 cup buttermilk; 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (I used 3 to 4 drops ); 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning; 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin for even cooking; Coating Mixture; 3/4 cup flour; 1 1/2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 large egg, beaten; 1/3 cup milk; Extra Ingredients; 1/2 cup vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning

Servings: persons

Brine
1/2 cup buttermilk
1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (I used 3 to 4 drops )
1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, pounded thin for even cooking
Coating Mixture
3/4 cup flour
1 1/2 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 large egg, beaten
1/3 cup milk
Extra Ingredients
1/2 cup vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning

1
In a bowl large enough to hold chicken, mix together brine ingredients.
2
Pierce chicken pieces several times with fork so brine can soak into chicken.
3
Place chicken into brine and refrigerate for at least 2 hours( overnight would be better).
4
Combine egg and milk, set aside.
5
After soaking, mix together Coating Mixture ingredients and dip both sides of chicken into mixture.
6
Preheat oil in skillet over medium heat.
7
Then dip chicken into egg/milk mixture.
8
Coat again in Coating Mixture.
9
Fry until desired doneness is reached, about 6 to 8 minutes for each side.

682

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Brine, 1/2 cup buttermilk, 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce (I used 3 to 4 drops ), 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning, and more.

Yes, Old Bay Seasoned Fried Chicken Breasts 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.

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Old Bay Seasoned Fried Chicken Breasts

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