Description
Indulge in this crispy fried chicken breast recipe that promises to delight your taste buds and impress your family and friends. With its perfectly golden, crunchy exterior and juicy, tender interior, this dish is versatile enough for any occasion, whether it’s a casual weeknight dinner or a festive gathering. Topped with fresh arugula, shaved parmesan cheese, and drizzled with zesty lemon vinaigrette, this meal offers a refreshing twist that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Enjoy the ease of preparation, as this dish can be ready in no time!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 thin chicken breasts
- 1 pint buttermilk
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 egg
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
- Arugula and shaved parmesan cheese (for topping)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken breasts in buttermilk for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare a breading station with flour mixed with salt and garlic powder, whisked egg, and panko breadcrumbs.
- Dredge each marinated chicken breast in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and fry the chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Serve topped with arugula and shaved parmesan.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fried chicken breast (150g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg