Ingredients
– 1 pound chicken thighs or breasts, boneless and skinless
– 1 cup all-purpose flour
– 1 teaspoon salt
– 1 teaspoon black pepper
– ½ teaspoon garlic powder
– ½ teaspoon onion powder
– ½ teaspoon paprika
– ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
– 2 large eggs
– 2 tablespoons water
– Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)
– Fresh chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
Follow these steps to create your Salt and Pepper Crispy Chicken:
1. Prepare Chicken: Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
3. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs and water until well combined.
4. Dredge Chicken: Take each piece of chicken and first dip it into the egg mixture, allowing excess to drip off. Then, coat it with the flour mixture, ensuring a thorough covering.
5. Heat Oil: In a deep skillet or frying pan, heat about ½ inch of oil over medium-high heat. To check if the oil is ready, drop a small piece of bread into the oil; it should turn golden brown in about 60 seconds.
6. Fry Chicken: Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches. Avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-7 minutes per batch.
7. Drain Oil: Using a slotted spoon, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
8. Repeat: Continue with the remaining chicken pieces, ensuring the oil temperature stays consistent.
9. Garnish and Serve: Once all chicken pieces are fried, sprinkle with a little additional salt and garnish with freshly chopped parsley if desired.
Following these straightforward steps will guide you in creating your own Salt and Pepper Crispy Chicken that is not only delicious but also visually appealing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 400 kcal
- Fat: 20g
- Protein: 25g