Chicken Fried Bacon

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Chicken fried bacon is breaded with seasoned flour and deep-fried until golden and crispy. Serve it with ranch dressing for dipping.

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black oval platter with chicken fried bacon and cup of ranch dressing dip
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
8
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 4 cups peanut oil

  • 1 pound thick-cut bacon

  • 1 tablespoon multi-purpose seasoning blend, plus more as needed

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt

  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/4 cup beer or water

  • 2 teaspoons maple syrup

  • 2 tablespoons ranch or jalapeno ranch dressing

Directions

  1. Line a rimmed baking sheet with paper towels and set a wire rack inside.

  2. Heat oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Meanwhile, cut bacon in half crosswise and season evenly on both sides with multi-purpose seasoning.

  3. Whisk together flour, salt, pepper, and paprika in a shallow bowl. Alternatively, season flour with additional multi-purpose seasoning blend. Whisk eggs, beer, and syrup together in a separate shallow bowl.

  4. Coat each piece of bacon lightly in seasoned flour. Then coat in egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off. Coat once more in flour mixture; set aside until all pieces are coated and oil is hot.

  5. Working a few pieces at a time, fry each piece in hot oil, flipping occasionally, until crispy golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Maintain the oil temperature between 330 and 350 degrees F (165 to 175 degrees C) while cooking. Drain bacon on the prepared wire rack. Repeat with remaining bacon.

  6. Serve with ranch dressing for dipping.

    black oval platter with chicken fried bacon and cup of ranch dressing dip

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    From the Editor:

    We have determined the nutritional value of oil for frying based on a retention value of 10% after cooking. Amount will vary depending on cooking time and temperature, ingredient density, and specific type of oil used.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

512 Calories
33g Fat
27g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 512
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 33g 43%
Saturated Fat 9g 46%
Cholesterol 104mg 35%
Sodium 1892mg 82%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 1g 4%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 24g 48%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 28mg 2%
Iron 2mg 14%
Potassium 357mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.