Country Fried Chicken Breast
A crispy and flavorful chicken dish that is a guaranteed family favorite and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 pieces chicken breasts Skin-on for extra crunch (optional)
- 1 cup buttermilk Can substitute with milk and lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying Canola, peanut, or vegetable oil recommended
- Gravy (optional) For serving
- Mashed potatoes (optional) For serving
- Green beans (optional) For serving
Instructions
Preparation
- Marinate the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for better results.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture.
- Fry the chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
Serving
- Serve with optional gravy, mashed potatoes, and green beans.
Notes
For extra crunch, double-dip the dredged chicken back into the buttermilk and then into the flour again before frying. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for 3-4 days or frozen for up to 3 months.