Best 5 Ranch Fried Chicken Cooks Country Recipes

RANCH FRIED CHICKEN- COOK'S COUNTRY RECIPE RECIPE - (3.9/5)

Steps:

• FOR THE CHICKEN: Pat chicken dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. FOR THE BUTTERMILK MIXTURE: Whisk buttermilk, chives, cilantro, dill, vinegar, garlic, salt and cayenne together in bowl. Set aside 1/4 cup buttermilk mixture for ranch sauce. FOR THE COATING: Whisk flour, cornstarch, chives, cilantro, dill, garlic powder, salt and pepper together in large bowl. Set wire rack in rimmed baking sheet. Set second wire rack in second rimmed baking sheet and line half of rack with triple layer of paper towels. Working with 1 piece at a time, dip chicken in remaining buttermilk mixture to coat, letting excess drip back into bowl; then dredge in coating, pressing to adhere. Transfer chicken to first wire rack (without paper towels). (At this point, coated chicken may be refrigerated, uncovered, for up to 2 hours.) Heat oil in large Dutch oven (use a Dutch oven that holds 6 quarts or more) over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F. Add half of chicken to hot oil and fry until golden brown and registers 175°, 7 to 9 minutes. Adjust burner, if necessary, to maintain oil temperature between 325°F and 350°F Transfer chicken to paper towel-lined side of second wire rack to drain on each side for 30 seconds, then move to unlined side of rack. Return oil to 350°F and repeat with remaining chicken. FOR THE RANCH SAUCE: Whisk mayonnaise into reserved buttermilk mixture. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Transfer chicken to platter and serve with ranch sauce.

HIDDEN VALLEY RANCH FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Place chicken pieces in shallow baking dish. Pour salad dressing over the chicken to cover. Chill covered for at least 1 hour.
• Remove chicken from the dish. Shake off any excess marinade. Discard any leftover marinade. On a large plate, mix flour, salt
• and pepper. Roll each piece of chicken in the seasoned flour.
• In a large deep skillet, heat the oil to 375 degrees F. Fry the chicken for 5 to 7 minutes on each side until golden and juices run clear.

CRISPY RANCH FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a large shallow dish, combine 2-2/3 cups flour and Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Seasoning & Salad Dressing Mix Shaker. In another shallow dish, beat eggs and 1-1/2 cups water; add 1 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1-1/3 cup flour and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then place in the flour mixture, a few pieces at a time. Turn to coat., In a deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Working in batches, fry chicken, several pieces at a time, until golden brown and a thermometer inserted into chicken reads 165°, 7-8 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

COUNTRY FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour and seasonings. In a shallow bowl, beat egg and milk. Dip chicken pieces into egg mixture, then add to bag, a few pieces at a time, and shake to coat., In a large skillet, heat 1/4 in. of oil; fry chicken in oil until browned on all sides. Cover and simmer for 35-40 minutes or until juices run clear and chicken is tender, turning occasionally. Uncover and cook 5 minutes longer. Drain on paper towels. ,

BLACKENED RANCH PAN-FRIED CHICKEN THIGHS

Steps:

• Heat oil in a cast iron skillet over medium heat. Rub 1 tablespoon dry ranch dressing, salt, and fresh cracked pepper onto 1 side of chicken thighs. Flip and repeat on the other side.
• Place chicken thighs, skin-side down, into the hot oil. Cook over medium heat without moving to blacken skin, about 12 minutes. Turn chicken thighs and cook until chicken is no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 12 more minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).