Best 9 Karens Italian Pan Fried Chicken Recipes

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Preparing a flavorful, juicy, and perfectly crispy Karens Italian pan fried chicken can be an enjoyable and rewarding culinary experience. This classic dish, with its alluring golden-brown exterior and tender, savory interior, is sure to tantalize your taste buds and satisfy your cravings for a hearty chicken meal. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, creating this delectable dish at home is a fun and achievable endeavor. So, let's dive into the world of Karens Italian pan fried chicken and uncover the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of flavors, textures, and aromas.

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ITALIAN PAN FRIED CHICKEN



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Italian Fried Chicken,a delicious moist and tender chicken dish. Made with fresh Italian spices, fast and easy, the perfect weeknight recipe.

Provided by Rosemary Molloy

Categories     Main Dish

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 chicken legs, thighs or breasts
1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
pinch of thyme
3/4 teaspoon salt
3 sprigs rosemary (remove the leaves)
1 clove garlic chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 cup water (more if needed)

Steps:

  • In a medium to large-sized frying pan add 2 tablespoons olive oil, then add the chicken, sprinkle with half of the ingredients oregano, thyme, salt, rosemary leaves and chopped garlic turn the legs and sprinkle with the remaining ingredients.
  • Add the water and cover cook on high heat until boiling then lower heat to low / medium for approximately 35 minutes (check occasionally), check for doneness after 30 minutes**, if cooked remove cover raise the heat and cook until water has evaporated. Turning to brown on both sides. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
  • ** you can check to make sure they are done by using an instant-read thermometer (the chicken should be at least 165°F when cooked)

Nutrition Facts : Calories 340 kcal, Protein 21 g, Fat 27 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 119 mg, Sodium 546 mg, ServingSize 1 serving

ITALIAN PAN-FRIED CHICKEN



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I love this recipe for many reasons-but mostly because it is both simple and delicious. It was passed down from an Italian grandmother and I modified it slightly to suit my family's taste. - Karen Mahlke, Estero, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 55m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

6 bone-in chicken thighs (about 2-1/4 pounds)
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary or 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
3/4 teaspoon minced fresh oregano or 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon minced fresh basil or 1/8 teaspoon dried basil
2 tablespoons olive oil
9 garlic cloves, minced and divided
3/4 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chicken base
1/2 cup chardonnay or chicken broth
1 tablespoon heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon cold butter

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with pepper. Combine rosemary, oregano and basil; sprinkle half the herb mixture over chicken. In a large skillet over medium heat add chicken, skin side down. Brown chicken on both sides. Add 8 garlic cloves; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in vinegars and chicken base. Cook, covered, on low heat until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, 15-20 minutes., Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. Add chardonnay to pan; increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, until liquid is reduced by half, 8-10 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Strain sauce. Return to pan and add remaining garlic clove and herb mixture; heat through. Stir in cream; remove from heat. Whisk in butter until creamy. If needed, return pan briefly to very low heat to soften the butter. (Do not allow butter to melt completely or sauce may separate.) Serve with chicken. If desired, garnish with additional basil and rosemary.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 22g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 89mg cholesterol, Sodium 425mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein.

ITALIAN FRIED CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cloves garlic, grated
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
3/4 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
4 skin-on, bone-in chicken breasts (3 pounds), halved crosswise
1 bulb fennel, cored and thinly sliced, plus 1 tablespoon chopped fronds
1 romaine heart, thinly sliced
1 cup roughly chopped fresh parsley
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 lemon
1 1/2 cups peanut oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Combine the flour, half of the garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl; set aside. Combine the milk, paprika, oregano, the remaining garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in another large bowl. Add the chicken, turning to coat; set aside 15 minutes.
  • Toss the fennel and fronds, romaine, parsley, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
  • Heat the remaining 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil and the peanut oil in a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture; add to the skillet skin-side down. Fry 8 minutes. Flip; reduce the heat to medium high. Fry until golden and cooked through, 8 more minutes. Transfer to a rack. Blot with paper towels; season with salt. Serve with the salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 calorie, Fat 23 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Cholesterol 161 milligrams, Sodium 178 milligrams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 59 grams

CHARLES' COUNTRY PAN FRIED CHICKEN



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 8h20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 whole chicken (about 4 pounds), cut into 8 pieces
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
Soybean or canola oil, for frying
2 cups whole milk
3 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a bowl or resealable plastic bag, season the chicken with 1 tablespoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon pepper and the garlic powder. Cover or seal and refrigerate overnight or up to 24 hours.
  • Pour 1/2 to 1 inch of oil into a deep 12-inch cast-iron skillet and heat until a pinch of flour sizzles upon contact (about 360 degrees F). Set a wire rack on top of a rimmed baking sheet and set aside. In a bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs. Place the flour in a separate bowl. Dip the chicken in the egg wash, drain off the excess, then dredge in the flour, shaking off the excess.
  • Working in batches, place the chicken skin-side down in the skillet and fry for 3 minutes without moving. Continue to fry, turning the chicken every 1 to 2 minutes to ensure even browning and cooking, until the chicken is cooked through, 11 to 15 minutes. Drain on the rack and serve hot, warm or at room temperature.

SIMPLE PAN-FRIED CHICKEN BREASTS



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This is a dish I came up with to serve with HeatherFeather's Red Wine & Rosemary Sauce over Linguine. This is so simple and extremely easy. I pan-fry the chicken in a skillet, then prepare the sauce in the same skillet. You might get some blackened 'stuff' in the pasta sauce - I strain it first before serving.

Provided by WaterMelon

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 boneless skinless chicken breast halves
1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons parmesan cheese, grated (optional)

Steps:

  • Pound the chicken breasts with a meat mallet or a rolling pin, to tenderize the meat and ensure uniform thickness.
  • Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the chicken and let sit for 15 minutes or so.
  • Heat a skillet over med-high heat, and add olive oil.
  • When pan is sufficiently heated, sear chicken breasts over high heat.
  • Allow about 2 minutes (until lightly browned) before turning to other side.
  • Optional: Before serving, sprinkle grated cheese on chicken and broil for approx 5-10 mins (until cheese is melted).
  • Serving suggestions: Serve this over pasta, or as chicken sandwich with fresh tomatoes, lettuce and mustard/mayo.
  • Personally I love this with fried rice too.

PAN FRIED ITALIAN CHICKEN THIGHS RECIPE - (4.6/5)



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Provided by Thom7747

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon coconut oil, or light flavored olive oil
4 chicken thighs
Kosher salt, to taste
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Granulated garlic or garlic powder, to taste
Dried oregano, to taste
Dried basil, to taste
Herbs de Provence, to taste

Steps:

  • Pour the oil into a large stainless or cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Generously sprinkle the skin side of the chicken thighs with spices and then place in the skillet at medium heat, skin side down. Sprinkle the other side of the thighs and then, without moving them, cook uncovered for about 20-25 minutes. Reduce heat, if needed, to prevent burning. A spatter screen on the skillet helps cut down the mess. Let chicken cook until the fat has rendered and the skin is deep golden brown and crisp. This could take as long as 30 minutes. If the skin is sticking to the pan, it likely isn't finished on that side. Turn the thighs over and continue to cook about 20 more minutes. When the meat closest to the bone is cooked through, the chicken is done. Enjoy!

PAN FRIED CHICKEN



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I've used this recipe for more than 25 years. Guests and family enjoy it, and the church I attend has used the recipe for several of its annual dinners.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup all-purpose flour
2 envelopes (.6 ounce each) individual serving cream of chicken soup mix
2 envelopes Italian salad dressing mix
1-1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon rubbed sage
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon curry powder, optional
1 cup 2% milk
2 broiler/fryer chickens (4 pounds each), cut up
1/4 cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Line two 15x10x1-in. baking pans with foil and grease the foil; set aside. , In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, soup mix, dressing mix and seasonings. Place milk in a shallow dish. Dip chicken into milk, then add to flour mixture, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat. Place in prepared pans. Drizzle with butter. , Bake at 350° for 35-50 minutes or until juices run clear.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 645 calories, Fat 36g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 193mg cholesterol, Sodium 1242mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 59g protein.

ITALIAN INN FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS AND ONIONS



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This is a very simple recipe with a "secret" ingredient, but one of the all-time favorite appetizers at the Inn. From the Italian Inn Cookbook

Provided by TxGriffLover

Categories     Chicken

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb chicken liver
1 cup flour
salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 large yellow onion
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Take the chicken livers you are preparing and dredge them in sifted salt, pepper, and flour. Shake off excess. Slice yellow onion in rings and add livers and onion slices to cast iron skillet. Fry until nicely browned and crisp. Then add Worcestershire sauce.
  • This was the "secret" ingredient that set them apart from ordinary fried chicken livers. Fry them in olive oil, and be sure the oil and skillet are VERY hot before adding the livers and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 389.7, Fat 19.3, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 391.2, Sodium 166.2, Carbohydrate 29.8, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.5, Protein 22.8

KAREN'S ITALIAN PAN-FRIED CHICKEN



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A quick and easy palate-pleaser for the whole family. Looking for something different than the traditional chicken menu options? Combine Italian-inspired ingredients with your chicken and see the smiles on your family members. Cleans up quick too!

Provided by Nick I

Categories     Pan Fried Chicken Breasts

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg
1 cup Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
1 pound skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
¼ cup canola oil, divided
1 (16 ounce) jar roasted red peppers
½ cup shredded Asiago cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Beat egg in a shallow bowl. Spread bread crumbs in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl. Press the dipped chicken into the bread crumbs until evenly coated on all sides.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons canola oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Heat remaining canola oil in a separate skillet over medium heat; cook and stir roasted red peppers until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a casserole dish and top with Asiago cheese and roasted red peppers.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 8 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.7 calories, Carbohydrate 24.5 g, Cholesterol 123.2 mg, Fat 23.7 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 33.4 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 2221.5 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

Tips:

  • To ensure crispy chicken, make sure the oil is hot enough before adding the chicken pieces. The ideal oil temperature for frying chicken is between 350°F (175°C) and 375°F (190°C).
  • Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to flatten the chicken breasts before cooking. This will help them cook evenly and reduce the cooking time.
  • To achieve a golden brown crust, dredge the chicken in a mixture of flour, salt, and pepper before frying.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when frying the chicken. This will cause the oil temperature to drop and result in soggy chicken.
  • Fry the chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.
  • Use a meat thermometer to ensure that the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Drain the chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.

Conclusion:

Karen's Italian Pan-Fried Chicken is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The chicken is crispy on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. The flavorful breading adds a delicious touch to the chicken. This dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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