This easy crispy fried chicken recipe delivers golden, crunchy breaded chicken with juicy, seasoned meat inside. Perfect for quick family dinners or weekend gatherings!
Crispy Fried Chicken
Golden, crispy fried chicken with tender, juicy meat and a perfectly seasoned breadcrumb coating.
Servings 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken legs or preferred chicken cuts
- 1 kg all-purpose flour
- 1 kg breadcrumbs
- 5 large eggs beaten
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1 tsp black pepper or to taste
- vegetable oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Wash the chicken pieces thoroughly and pat them dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper and let marinate for 10 minutes.
- Set up a breading station with three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour, dip into beaten eggs, and coat evenly with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken pieces in batches for 15–20 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F / 74°C).
- Drain excess oil on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
Cooking Tip: Maintain oil temperature around 350°F (175°C) to ensure the chicken cooks evenly without getting greasy.
Tips for the Best Fried Chicken
- Keep Oil Hot: Ensure your oil is fully preheated before adding chicken to prevent soggy crust.
- Don’t Overcrowd: Fry in batches so the oil temperature doesn’t drop.
- Extra Crunch: Double coat by dipping in egg and breadcrumbs twice before frying.