Sourdough Fried Chicken
This simple sourdough fried chicken is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. It's made with staple ingredients that you likely have in the pantry. You can use any cut of chicken, so your family will enjoy a variety meals with one, easy recipe.
Servings: 6
Calories: 658kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lb thin chicken breast or thighs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs beaten
- 2 cups sourdough breadcrumbs
- 1 cup neutral oil or more depending on size of skillet
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Place the flour, egg, and sourdough breadcrumbs in separate containers. Make sure the containers are large enough for you to easily fit a piece of chicken in it. Season each with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large cast iron skillet, add the oil and preheat the oil on medium-high heat. You will want about an inch of oil in the skillet, so adjust the amount as necessary.
- Meanwhile, coat the chicken in flour, and dust off the excess.
- Then, dip the chicken in the egg, and allow the excess to drip off.
- Finally, dredge it through the breadcrumbs on both sides. I find it helpful to pat the breadcrumbs on to help them adhere.
- Once the oil reaches about 375°F (I recommend using a deep fry thermometer), gently place each piece of chicken in the skillet. Be mindful to not splash the hot oil. Cook for 4-5 minutes.
- Using tongs, turn to the other side. Again, be mindful to not splash the oil. Cook for about 4-5 minutes.
- Once the internal temp of the chicken is 165°F, place it on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb the excess oil. Immediately sprinkle the piping hot chicken with salt.
- Allow to slightly cool. Enjoy!
Notes
Keep an eye on the oil temp. Using a deep frying thermometer is helpful so you know if and when to adjust the heat. Try to keep the oil temp at 350°F once the chicken is in it.
Heat the oil to 375°F so that it drops to 350°F when you add the chicken.
Keep about an inch of oil in the skillet. Adjust the amount as necessary for your skillet.
Get creative with how you season the breadcrumbs. Add any spices and herbs you prefer to match your meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 658kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 38g | Cholesterol: 154mg | Sodium: 287mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
