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Country Fried Chicken Breast

A crispy, golden-brown chicken breast recipe that's family-friendly and budget-friendly, perfect for a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 16 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 pieces chicken breasts
  • 1 cup buttermilk Marinate chicken for at least 1 hour.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour For dredging the chicken.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Oil for frying Use as needed for frying.
Optional Sides
  • Gravy Optional.
  • Mashed potatoes Optional, for serving.
  • Green beans Optional, for serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Marinate the chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a bowl, mix together flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
  2. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off, and dredge in the flour mixture.
  3. Fry the chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
Serving
  1. Serve with gravy, mashed potatoes, and green beans.

Notes

Tips: For an extra crispy coating, double-dredge your chicken by repeating the flour step. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months. Reheat in the oven for best results.