Extra Crispy Golden Fried Chicken Plate
A crispy, golden fried chicken dish with a flavorful crunchy coating and juicy interior, served with a fresh side salad for balance.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 3 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
- 6 chicken drumsticks and thighs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup crushed cornflakes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Oil for frying
- 2 cups lettuce, chopped
- 1/2 cucumber, sliced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Place chicken in a bowl, add buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine flour, crushed cornflakes, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Remove chicken from marinade, let excess drip off, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing firmly.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Fry chicken in batches for 10–12 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Prepare the salad by combining lettuce, cucumber, and cherry tomatoes in a bowl.
- Drizzle salad with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, then toss gently.
- Serve the crispy fried chicken hot alongside the fresh salad.
Notes
- Marinate longer for deeper flavor.
- Press coating firmly to prevent it from falling off.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when frying.
- Use high smoke point oil like vegetable or sunflower oil.
- Bake or air fry as a lighter alternative, though less crispy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
