Best 7 Crispy Fried Chicken And Onions Recipes

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Cooking crispy fried chicken and onions is a delectable experience that can tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. The succulent chicken coated in a crispy, golden brown crust, paired with the caramelized sweetness of the onions, creates a harmonious blend of flavors that is sure to impress. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this article will guide you through the process of crafting the perfect crispy fried chicken and onions, providing step-by-step instructions, tips, and variations to suit your preferences. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that will elevate your fried chicken game to new heights.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ONION FRIED CHICKEN



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Could fail-proof, finger-lickin' good chicken be any easier than this? Gwen Hannibal from Odell, Illinois shares a 3-ingredient recipe that's simply delicious and so full of flavor, you'll be tempted to double it even without "company" coming! TIP: Use leftover french-fried onions to dress up green beans or add to sour cream for topping baked potatoes later.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
2 tablespoons honey mustard
1/2 cup crushed french-fried onions

Steps:

  • Coat chicken with honey mustard, then roll in crushed onions. Place on a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 375° for 20-25 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 310 calories, Fat 14g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 321mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN



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I experimented for many years before developing this recipe. It's bits and pieces of hints I had heard over the years. I have had many compliments on this chicken. Most of this recipe is dependant on your own taste. It's more a matter of preparation and cooking method!

Provided by Elaine O

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Fried Chicken Recipes

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour for coating
1 teaspoon paprika
salt and pepper to taste
2 quarts vegetable oil for frying

Steps:

  • Take your cut up chicken pieces and skin them if you prefer. Put the flour in a large plastic bag (let the amount of chicken you are cooking dictate the amount of flour you use). Season the flour with paprika, salt and pepper to taste (paprika helps to brown the chicken).
  • Dip chicken pieces in buttermilk then, a few at a time, put them in the bag with the flour, seal the bag and shake to coat well. Place the coated chicken on a cookie sheet or tray, and cover with a clean dish towel or waxed paper. LET SIT UNTIL THE FLOUR IS OF A PASTE-LIKE CONSISTENCY. THIS IS CRUCIAL!
  • Fill a large skillet (cast iron is best) about 1/3 to 1/2 full with vegetable oil. Heat until VERY hot. Put in as many chicken pieces as the skillet can hold. Brown the chicken in HOT oil on both sides. When browned, reduce heat and cover skillet; let cook for 30 minutes (the chicken will be cooked through but not crispy). Remove cover, raise heat again and continue to fry until crispy.
  • Drain the fried chicken on paper towels. Depending on how much chicken you have, you may have to fry in a few shifts. Keep the finished chicken in a slightly warm oven while preparing the rest.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 488.9 calories, Carbohydrate 29.5 g, Cholesterol 116.1 mg, Fat 21.8 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 40.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 140.1 mg, Sugar 1.6 g

CRUNCHY FRENCH ONION CHICKEN



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Awesome crunchy baked chicken that goes good with any side dish. Quick and easy, too!

Provided by Janine S.

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 ⅓ cups French-fried onions, crushed
1 egg, beaten
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Spread crushed onions in a shallow bowl. Pour beaten egg into a separate shallow bowl.
  • Dip chicken into beaten egg, then press into crushed onions. Gently tap chicken to let loose pieces fall away. Put breaded chicken to a baking sheet.
  • Bake chicken until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 20 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 622.8 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 112.4 mg, Fat 40 g, Protein 27.8 g, SaturatedFat 11.4 g, Sodium 731.3 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

CRISPY ONION CHICKEN



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My family loves chicken, and I'm always trying new ways to prepare it. This golden-brown chicken with its crunchy french-fried onion coating is great with rice, baked potatoes, macaroni salad or potato salad. -Charlotte Smith, McDonald, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (6 ounces) cheddar or original French-fried onions, crushed, divided
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine butter, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic salt and pepper. In another shallow bowl, place 1/2 cup crushed onions. Dip chicken in butter mixture, then coat with onions. , Place in a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Top with remaining onions; drizzle with any remaining butter mixture. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 603 calories, Fat 47g fat (21g saturated fat), Cholesterol 124mg cholesterol, Sodium 919mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CRISPY ONION DIJON CHICKEN



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Not boring chicken again :) This is zesty and crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The french fried onions really make a wonderful coating.

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 -1 1/2 lb boneless chicken breast
1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or 2 tablespoons spicy brown mustard
1 (8 ounce) can French-fried onions, crushed (Durkee)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°.
  • Just melt, don't cook, butter in small saucepan or microwave.
  • Add worcestershire sauce and mustard.
  • Dip chicken in butter mixture and coat well with crushed onions.
  • Place in baking dish and bake for 45 minutes or until juices run clear.

CRISPY SOUR CREAM AND ONION CHICKEN



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Picture sour cream and onion dip slathered on chicken cutlets, dredged in panko bread crumbs, and fried until crisp like a potato chip, and you'll envision this recipe. The marinade doesn't just deliver flavor here: The lactic acid in the sour cream also keeps the thin chicken breasts juicy. Shower the crispy chicken with fresh chives and lemon juice, or, if you crave something creamy for dunking, pair it with a dip of sour cream, lemon juice and chives.

Provided by Ali Slagle

Categories     weekday, poultry, main course

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally (see Tip) and pounded 1/8-inch thick, or use 4 chicken cutlets (don't split or pound)
Kosher salt and black pepper
1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1/4 cup thinly sliced chives (or 1 tablespoon dried chives), plus more for serving
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 cups panko bread crumbs
Canola oil, for frying
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Pat chicken dry, and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the sour cream, chives and 1 tablespoon onion powder. Season with salt and pepper. Add the chicken and turn to coat. (Chicken can sit in the marinade for up to 8 hours. Refrigerate, then let come to room temperature before cooking.)
  • In a shallow bowl or lipped plate, stir together the panko and remaining 1 tablespoon onion powder; season with salt and pepper.
  • Working one at a time, press the chicken breasts into the panko, using your fingers to pack the panko onto both sides of the chicken, and place on a large plate or a sheet pan.
  • Line a plate with paper towels. Heat 1/8-inch canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Drop a piece of panko in: If it sizzles, the oil's ready. Add a chicken cutlet (or two, if they can fit comfortably), and cook until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to the paper towel-lined plate and sprinkle with salt. Repeat with remaining chicken, adding and heating more oil as needed, and removing excess panko from the pan with a slotted spoon.
  • Serve chicken with more chives and lemon wedges for squeezing.

CRISPY ONION CHICKEN



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I got this recipe from Taste Of Home magazine. It is so good, yet so easy! Kids love it! I crush the french-fried onions in a baggie to avoid the mess.

Provided by keen5

Categories     Chicken

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon ground mustard
1/2 teaspoon garlic salt or 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper
4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 (6 ounce) can cheddar French-fried onions or 1 (6 ounce) can original French-fried onions, crushed

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, combine the butter, Worcestershire sauce, mustard, garlic salt and pepper.
  • Dip chicken in the butter mixture, then coat with onions.
  • Place in a greased 9-inch square baking pan.
  • Top with any remaining onions; drizzle with any remaining butter mixture.
  • Bake uncovered at 350 degrees for 30-35 minutes or until chicken juices run clear.

Tips:

  • Use a flavorful oil for frying. Peanut oil, canola oil, or vegetable oil are all good choices.
  • Season the chicken well before frying. This will help to create a crispy, flavorful crust.
  • Fry the chicken in small batches. This will help to prevent the chicken from sticking together and ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Cook the chicken until it is golden brown and crispy. This will help to ensure that the chicken is cooked through and safe to eat.
  • Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.

Conclusion:

Crispy fried chicken and onions are a classic comfort food that is easy to make at home. By following these simple tips, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give this recipe a try.

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