Easy Fried Chicken

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This is very easy yet crispy fried chicken, and I hope it will be liked by others as much as my family likes it.

Submitted by Tuny
Published on December 21, 2009
Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
5 mins
Total Time:
20 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

  • 5 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed

  • ½ cup cornstarch, or more as needed

  • 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast

  • 2 teaspoons salt

  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper

  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Place cornstarch in a bowl.

  2. Slice chicken into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Transfer to a bowl and mix with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne.

  3. Divide chicken into 2 or 3 portions and dredge in cornstarch until evenly coated and all white; add more cornstarch if necessary.

  4. Lower chicken carefully into the hot oil in batches. Fry until crispy on the outside and no longer pink in the center, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve hot.

Cook's Note:

I heat up any leftover chicken in a George Foreman(R) grill for about 10 minutes and it tastes great.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

353 Calories
24g Fat
15g Carbs
19g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 353
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 24g 31%
Saturated Fat 4g 22%
Cholesterol 65mg 22%
Sodium 792mg 34%
Total Carbohydrate 15g 5%
Dietary Fiber 1g 2%
Total Sugars 0g
Protein 19g 38%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 18mg 1%
Iron 1mg 6%
Potassium 169mg 4%

* 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.