Better than Best Fried Chicken

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This chicken fried with cornstarch is simply delicious and uses, of all things, cream of chicken soup! The end result will surprise you. It will be perfect — crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and loaded with mouthwatering flavor. This chicken will definitely be requested on a regular basis by family and friends!

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
1 hr
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 1 (10.5 ounce) can condensed cream of chicken soup

  • 1 large egg

  • seasoning salt to taste

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • ½ cup all-purpose flour

  • ½ cup cornstarch

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon paprika

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • oil for frying

Directions

  1. Combine condensed soup, egg, and seasoning salt (be careful, as soup is already salted) in a shallow dish or bowl; mix well. Dip chicken in mixture and turn to coat completely. Set aside.

  2. Mix together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper in a resealable plastic bag. Place chicken pieces, one at a time, in the bag, seal and shake to coat. Add more flour and cornstarch as necessary, but add them in equal parts.

  3. Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Be sure to use enough oil to cover chicken pieces.

  4. Place coated chicken on a platter; allow to sit until outside becomes doughy (this is critical to ensure crispiness when fried). Once chicken coating is doughy, test oil by dropping a piece of coating into it; oil is ready if it starts to fry immediately.

  5. Working in batches, fry chicken pieces in hot oil until cooked through and the juices run clear, 7 to 10 minutes. Drain on paper towels and serve.

Editor's Note:

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

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

531 Calories
29g Fat
33g Carbs
32g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 531
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 29g 38%
Saturated Fat 5g 24%
Cholesterol 121mg 40%
Sodium 596mg 26%
Total Carbohydrate 33g 12%
Dietary Fiber 1g 3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 32g 65%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 383mg 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.