Best 5 Chesapeake Fried Chicken Recipes

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While many enjoy the original fried chicken recipe, there are other variations that provide unique and delicious flavors. One such variation is Chesapeake fried chicken, a flavorful and crispy dish that originates from the Chesapeake Bay region in the United States. This dish combines a juicy, tender chicken with a flavorful breading and a special seasoning blend that gives it a distinctive taste. If you're looking for a delightful and satisfying fried chicken experience, Chesapeake fried chicken is an excellent choice.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHESAPEAKE BAY STYLE CHICKEN



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Southern Maryland style Fried Chicken. I've used John Shields recipe for fried chicken for "Special Occasions" for many years now. The recipe requires marinating, then flouring and finally frying. I usually cook for a family of ten so this is a large recipe for a crowd.

Provided by cookie_mum

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h

Yield 20 pieces of chicken, 10-12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 -10 lbs , wings and thighs.. (or any part you like)
2 cups all-purpose flour (I used un-bleached mostly)
1/4 cup cornmeal or 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
buttermilk to cover the chicken
6 garlic cloves, opened (or more)
3 tablespoons Old Bay Seasoning
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper or 1 teaspoon about 10 splashes of good hot sauce
1 teaspoon peppercorn
2 tablespoons salt (or more)
1 cup oil

Steps:

  • 1.Wash and pat your chicken dry
  • 2.Combine your spices( except the pepper corns), season and Rub most of it on the chicken. I usually set aside 3-4 Tablespoons to go into the flour before I season the chicken.
  • 3.Place the chicken in a large bowl if you haven't already and cover with buttermilk and drop in your garlic, pepper corns and your hot sauce if you're using it.
  • 4. Cover and place in the frig. for 1-2 hours or overnight is best.
  • 5. When the chicken is finished marinating. Get your flour and breadcrumbs mixed with some of the reserved seasoning -- taste for saltiness. If you want add just another teaspoon of salt.
  • 6. Heat up you oil to 375 degrees -- you'll know it's there when an old piece of bread gets crisp within seconds of hitting the oil.
  • 7. Begin Taking your chicken from the marinade, letting the most of it run off and begin dropping the chicken into the flour mixture.I use a large paper bag for this most of the time. Set aside on a plate until your oil is ready. once it's ready.
  • 8.Get out your tongs and start placing the biggest pieces first and let them fry up to an amber brown.
  • 9. This recipe has a lot of spices in it and it cooks up darker than other recipes -- fast. so keep your oil at a steady temperature. If you notice the chicken getting dark too fast lower the temperature -- wait a few and start again.

CHICKEN CHESAPEAKE



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This traditional Eastern Shore favorite features creamy crab stuffing baked inside tender and flavorful chicken. This simple recipe is packed full of taste, easy to prepare and ready to serve in under 30 minutes!

Provided by https://www.phillipsfoods.com

Number Of Ingredients 14

4 chicken breasts
1/2 lb Phillips Lump Crab Meat
1/2 lb Phillips Jumbo Lump Crab Meat
1/4 cup parsley (chopped)
3/4 cup Ritz crackers (crushed)
1 large egg
3/4 tsp worcestershire sauce
3/4 tsp lemon juice
3/4 tsp Phillips Seafood Seasoning
3/4 tsp dijon mustard
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tbsp pimentos (chopped, if desired)
flour seasoned with Phillips Seafood Seasoning
melted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Combine the egg, Worcestershire sauce, lemon juice, seafood seasoning, Dijon mustard, and mayonnaise in a bowl.
  • Place the crab meat, parsley, and Ritz crackers into a separate bowl. Mix very lightly to combine.
  • Add the wet ingredients to the crab mixture and combine lightly.
  • Carefully use a knife to make a "pocket" in each chicken breast for the crab stuffing. Portion a mound of crab filling in the middle of each pocket and fold over to close.
  • If desired, add stuffed breasts to preheated grill pan to mark exterior before baking.
  • Place stuffed breasts into a casserole dish or deep baking pan.
  • Season to your liking with seasoned flour and pour melted butter over top of each chicken breast.
  • Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes, or until chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°.

CHESAPEAKE FRIED CHICKEN



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Categories     Chicken     Fry

Yield 4 people

Number Of Ingredients 8

This recipe came to us from Chuckie's restaurant in Baltimore, Maryland, which locals considered to have the juiciest, most delectable fried chicken north of Kentucky. Their secret? Using Maryland seafood seasoning, of course.
1 chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1 quart buttermilk
3 drops Tabasco
5 tbsp. Old Bay Seasoning
2 cups flour
Freshly ground black pepper
Frying oil

Steps:

  • 1. Arrange chicken in a shallow baking dish. Combine buttermilk, Tabasco, and 2 tbsp. Old Bay. Pour over chicken, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight. 2. Sift together flour, remaining 3 tbsp. Old Bay, and pepper to taste into a large mixing bowl. Remove chicken from marinade (discard marinade) and dredge pieces in seasoned flour until well-coated. 3. Fill a large, deep skillet with oil to a depth of about 1". Heat oil over medium-high heat until very hot but not smoking. Working in batches, add chicken and fry, turning often, until brown on all sides, about 10 minutes in all. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and continue to cook, turning several times, until tender, 15-20 minutes. Remove chicken from pan and drain on paper towels.

CHESAPEAKE CHICKEN



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I love Old Bay Seasoning and was looking for new ways to use it. I had several "coastal creations" as I call them and this one is one that people enjoy the most out of them. And by the way, your house is going to smell like a seaside seafood restaurant while this is cooking!

Provided by emtpixie

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 lbs whole chickens or 4 lbs chicken pieces (Breasts work well too.)
8 -12 yellow potatoes or 8 -12 red potatoes
2 large yellow onions or 2 large vidalia onions
8 -12 stalks celery
8 -12 carrots
1/4 cup Old Bay Seasoning, to taste
1 cup white wine

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Remove skin from chicken if necessary and clean chicken well.
  • Scrub potatoes very well being careful not to rip the thin skins on red potatoes if using, if using white or yellow potatoes only peel them if the skins are tough or hopelessly dirty.
  • Quarter large potatoes and halve medium to small potatoes.
  • Peel and quarter onions.
  • Scrub celery and remove ends, cut long celery ribs in half.
  • Scrub carrots and remove ends, cut thick carrots in half.
  • In a large roasting pan arrange chicken pieces in a single layer if using pieces or place whole chicken in center of pan.
  • Place potatoes, onions, celery, and carrots randomly around edges of pan beside chicken.
  • Pour white wine over chicken and vegetables making sure to pour wine over entire contents of pan.
  • Sprinkle Old Bay Seasoning over chicken, use less for a milder spice, and more for a spicier flavor.
  • Put lid on roaster or cover with aluminum foil.
  • Place pan in oven and bake on 350 degrees 1 hour and thirty minutes.
  • Remove from oven and check for doneness.
  • Stick thickest pieces of chicken or thickest part of breast on whole chicken, if juices run clear the chicken is done, if juices are pink or red return pan to oven and continue to bake at 350 degrees for 30 more minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven and check chicken for doneness again, if still not done repeat process until juices run clear.

EASY CHICKEN CHESAPEAKE



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Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 35m

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
Old Bay Seasoning
16 oz backfin crab meat
1 container (10 oz.) Kraft Philadelphia Savory Garlic Cooking Cream
1 tsp lemon juice
1 cup Kraft Shredded Cheddar Cheese (divided into 3/4 and 1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Place chicken breasts on pan and season with Old Bay Seasoning to taste. Bake for 10 min at 400 degrees F.
  • While chicken is baking, mix crab meat and cooking cream in a large bowl. Add 1 Tbsp. Old Bay, lemon juice, and 3/4 cup cheese.
  • Remove chicken from oven after 10 min and top each chicken breast evenly with crab mix. Bake for another 10 min.
  • Top with remaining 1/4 cup cheese, and continue to bake until chicken is done.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g

Tips:

  • Use a good quality chicken: Opt for free-range or organic chicken for the best flavor and texture. If using frozen chicken, thaw it completely before cooking.
  • Make sure your chicken is properly seasoned: Season the chicken generously with salt, pepper, and your favorite seasonings. You can also add a flavorful brine or marinade to the chicken before cooking.
  • Use a light hand with the flour: When dredging the chicken in flour, don't pack it on too thick. A light coating of flour will help the chicken get crispy without being greasy.
  • Fry the chicken in hot oil: The ideal temperature for frying chicken is between 350°F and 375°F. Use a deep fryer or a large pot filled with oil to fry the chicken.
  • Don't overcrowd the pot: When frying the chicken, don't overcrowd the pot. This will cause the oil temperature to drop and the chicken will not cook evenly.
  • Cook the chicken until it is golden brown and crispy: The chicken is done cooking when it is golden brown and crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside. Use a meat thermometer to check that the chicken has reached an internal temperature of 165°F.

Conclusion:

Chesapeake fried chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its crispy crust and tender, juicy meat, this chicken is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. Follow these tips to make the best Chesapeake fried chicken at home.

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