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Fried Chicken Breast

Name: Fried Chicken Breast
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Fried Chicken Breast
Ingredients: 400g chicken breasts; 50g plain flour; 1 egg; 100g breadcrumbs; 5g salt; 2g black pepper; 100ml vegetable oil

Fried Chicken Breast is a simple and delicious way to prepare poultry for a quick dinner. This recipe creates a crispy coating while keeping the meat juicy inside. You only need a few basic pantry staples to make this meal at home. Serve it with your favourite side dishes like a fresh salad or roasted potatoes.

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Why you should make fried chicken breast

Cooking a fried chicken breast at home allows you to control the quality of the ingredients. It is much tastier than store bought versions and takes very little time to prepare. The combination of seasoned breadcrumbs and hot oil creates a golden crust that everyone enjoys. This method ensures a reliable result every time you want a satisfying meal.

Follow these 4 steps for fried chicken breast

Step 1

Prepare the chicken: Start by cutting the chicken breasts into even pieces or leave them whole if they are thin. Season the meat with salt and pepper on both sides to ensure good flavour. Place the flour in one bowl, a beaten egg in another and breadcrumbs in a third bowl.

Step 2

Coat the meat: Dip each piece of chicken into the flour until it is fully covered. Shake off any excess before dipping it into the beaten egg. Finally, press the chicken into the breadcrumbs so the coating sticks well to the surface.

Step 3

Fry until golden: Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Place the breaded meat in the pan and cook for about five minutes on each side. The fried chicken breast should be golden brown and cooked through to the centre.

Step 4

Drain and serve: Remove the pieces from the pan and place them on kitchen paper to remove any extra oil. Let the meat rest for a couple of minutes before serving to keep the juices inside. Serve the meal immediately while the crust is still very crispy.

Good advice for fried chicken breast

Make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the meat to the pan to prevent the coating from getting greasy. You can test the heat by dropping a few breadcrumbs into the oil to see if they sizzle. Do not crowd the pan as this will lower the temperature and stop the fried chicken breast from becoming crunchy.

If the meat is very thick, you can flatten it with a rolling pin for even cooking. Using panko breadcrumbs will give an even crispier texture than standard ones. Always check that the internal temperature is safe before you finish cooking.

You may also like braised beef slices, whole-roasted rib of beef or duck breast with orange sauce.

Ingredients

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400 g chicken breasts
50 g plain flour
1 egg
100 g breadcrumbs
5 g salt
2 g black pepper
100 ml vegetable oil

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Kitchen tools

Frying pan
Mixing bowls
Tongs
Kitchen paper

Nutrition information

NUTRITIONper serving

Energy:2301 kJ / 550 kcal
Fat:24 g
- of which saturates:4 g
Carbohydrates:35 g
- of which sugars:2 g
Protein:45 g
Fibre:2 g
Salt:2.5 g

Vegetable oil or sunflower oil are excellent choices for a fried chicken breast because they have a high smoke point. These oils allow you to get the pan hot enough to create a crispy crust without burning.

Can I reheat a fried chicken breast in the oven?

You can reheat the fried chicken breast in an oven at 180C for about ten minutes to maintain the crunch. This method works much better than a microwave which often makes the breadcrumbs soft and soggy.

How do I keep fried chicken breast juicy while cooking?

To keep the meat juicy, avoid overcooking it by using a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature. Letting the meat rest for a few minutes after frying also helps the juices settle inside the meat.