Extra Crispy Batter Fried Chicken
Crispy batter-fried chicken that’s golden on the outside and tender on the inside! Made with a simple milk-based batter lightly spiced with curry and chili, this chicken is easy to make, incredibly flavorful, and perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. No breadcrumbs, no fuss — just juicy, crispy chicken that everyone will love. Serve it with fries, salad, or your favorite dipping sauce for a comforting meal that feels homemade every time.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 chicken breasts sliced lengthwise into normal-sized pieces
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Slice the chicken breasts lengthwise into normal-sized pieces. Place them between sheets of baking paper and gently pound with a meat mallet until evenly thick. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Make the Batter: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, starch, baking powder, salt, curry powder, and chili powder. Pour in the milk and add the oil. Whisk until the batter is smooth, slightly thick, and free of lumps.
- Heat the Oil: Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
- Coat the Chicken: Dip each piece of chicken into the batter, allowing the excess to drip off.
- Fry Until Crispy: Carefully place the coated chicken into the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for 4–5 minutes per side, turning once, until golden, crispy, and fully cooked through.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the chicken from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Serving: 250gCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 38gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 115mgSodium: 820mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 180IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 85mgIron: 2.6mg
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