From the depths of the American South comes a harmonious blend of flavors in the form of Southern fried chicken, buttery mashed potatoes, sauteed peas, and garden-fresh tomatoes. This classic dish is a testament to the region's rich culinary heritage, embodying the perfect balance of savory, succulent, and comforting flavors. As you embark on this culinary journey, be prepared to indulge in a symphony of textures and tastes that will leave you yearning for more. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and let's dive into the secrets of creating this delectable Southern feast.
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CLASSIC SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients. Preheat the oven to 200 F and place a rack in a large baking pan.
- In a medium bowl, combine the milk and eggs. Whisk to blend well.
- In a large heavy-duty resealable plastic food storage bag, combine the flour, 2 tablespoons salt, and pepper. Seal and shake to combine.
- Dip the chicken pieces in the milk and egg mixture and let excess drip off into the bowl. Set already dipped pieces aside on a plate until you have three or four.
- Add the dipped chicken pieces to the bag of seasoned flour.
- Seal the bag and shake well to coat the chicken pieces thoroughly.
- Remove to a plate and repeat with the remaining chicken pieces.
- Heat the oil in a deep, heavy skillet to 350 F. While it's heating up, set aside a large serving plate lined with paper towels.
- Fry the chicken, a few pieces at a time, for about 10 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and thoroughly cooked. Be careful not to put too many chicken pieces in at once-even if they can comfortably fit-since this will dramatically drop the temperature of the oil, affecting the crispness of the final product. Note that chicken breasts will take a little less time than dark meat pieces.
- With a slotted spoon, move the done chicken pieces onto the paper towel-lined platter to drain. Sprinkle immediately with salt.
- Transfer the drained and seasoned chicken to the prepared pan with a rack. Keep warm in the preheated oven while frying subsequent batches. Depending on the size of your pan, this recipe will require about 3 to 4 batches.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1525 kcal, Carbohydrate 65 g, Cholesterol 527 mg, Fiber 2 g, Protein 123 g, SaturatedFat 20 g, Sodium 3575 mg, Sugar 5 g, Fat 82 g, ServingSize 4 servings, UnsaturatedFat 0 g
BEST SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
Here's a traditional southern fried chicken recipe. My husband is a ham radio operator and we've shared this recipe with folks from all over the world. -Jo Ruh, Covington, Kentucky
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 1h15m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a shallow bowl, beat eggs and milk. In another bowl, combine flour and seasonings. Dip chicken pieces in egg mixture, then in flour mixture. , In a large skillet; brown chicken in oil on both sides. Cover and cook the chicken over low heat for 45 minutes or until juices run clear. Remove chicken from the skillet; keep warm. Reserve 1/4 cup drippings in skillet. , For gravy, stir in the flour, salt and pepper. Cook and stir over medium heat for 5 minutes or until browned. Combine milk and water; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; boil and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Add browning sauce if desired. Serve with chicken. Garnish with oregano if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 551 calories, Fat 40g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 680mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 26g protein.
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
This recipe is originally from Alabama, and has been passed down for generations.
Provided by Cindy Garrick
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Time 35m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Roll in flour.
- Add 1/2 to 3/4 inch oil to a large, heavy skillet. Heat to approximately 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Place chicken pieces in hot oil. Cover, and fry until golden, turning once, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 491.3 calories, Carbohydrate 16.1 g, Cholesterol 97 mg, Fat 32 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 32.8 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 93.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
FRIED CHICKEN WITH MASHED POTATOES AND GRAVY
Comfort food at its best--not for dieters though! We served this with brocolli but I think it would be better with green beans or another "comfort food" type of vegetable. The original recipe (Bon Appetit October 2006) used sausage in the gravy an chilies in the potatoes and gravy which we skipped. The chicken requires a 4-hour soak (I put my chicken in to soak in the morning and it was ready to make at the end of the day). This is also an easy recipe to divide or multiply depending on how many you will be feeding, however the leftover chicken freezes wonderfully for chicken salads. Order of preparing dinner is: (1) soak chicken, (2) boil potatoes and start to heat oil to fry chicken, (3) fry chicken and start gravy and finish potatoes and cook vegetables. Gravy can be made ahead and reheated before serving.
Provided by ellie_
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h15m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Cut chicken breasts horizontally, almost in half and place in bowl or marinating dish. Pour buttermilk over chicken. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- To make gravy:.
- Heat oil in large saucepan over medium high heat. Add onion and saute until onion is golden (6-8 minutes). Stir in flour and worchestshire sauce, cook 2 minutes more, stirring. Stir in cream and milk. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5-8 minutes, stirring constantly. Stir in green onions and thyme. Cook stirring until gravy is thick (2-5 minutes). Season with salt and pepper. Can be made ahead and heated before serving.
- To make pototoes:.
- Place potatoes in a large pot, add water to cover. Boil potatoes until tender (15-20 minutes). Drain. Transfer to large serving bowl. Heat half and half and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until butter melts. Add warm butter/cream to potatoes and mash potatoes. Stir in sour cream. Keep warm until serving.
- To make chicken. Drain chicken. Whisk flour salt and pepper in a bowl or pie dish (I used a pie dish). Dredge chicken in flour mixture.
- Over medium heat, add oil to skillet to measure 1 1/2 inches (or to cover chicken). Heat oil over medium-high heat until candy thermometer registers 375-degrees F. (or how I test the oil is sprinkle water on oil - if it splatters it is ready). Add 3 chicken breast pieces at a time, frying until golden, turning once (8-10 minutes). Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining chicken.
- Rewarm gravy before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1889.4, Fat 98.3, SaturatedFat 57.7, Cholesterol 482.5, Sodium 2439.9, Carbohydrate 143.4, Fiber 10.6, Sugar 12.5, Protein 106.7
FRIED CHICKEN AND MASHED POTATOES
Fried chicken is something you must know how to make. In this recipe you'll learn how to build a tasty, crispy crust and check for doneness. It's the perfect finger food to serve at your next picnic.
Provided by Jonathan Waxman
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Prepare the chicken: Put the buttermilk in a large bowl and set it next to your cutting board; as you cut pieces off the chicken, add them to the buttermilk. With a sharp knife, remove and discard the wing tips (or reserve for stock). Cut the wings from the chicken. Cut the thigh and leg away from the body; split this section into three pieces by separating the drumstick and then cutting the thigh in half. Repeat with other thigh and leg. With kitchen shears, snip off the rear and the back bone. Push down on the bird to break the breastbone; cut the breasts into 4 pieces.
- Season the buttermilk and chicken mixture with a healthy pinch of salt, the paprika, and the Tabasco. Stir to combine and coat the chicken. (The chicken can be cooked right away or marinated overnight.) Fill the oil to ¾-inch (2cm) deep in a large skillet and heat over medium-high heat.
- For the mashed potatoes: Peel the potatoes, cut into large chunks, and add to a large pot of simmering salted water. Cook at a low simmer until tender, 35-45 minutes. (Do not boil.)
- Combine the cornmeal, flour, ½ tablespoon (9g) salt and a generous amount of black pepper in a strong paper bag. Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk marinade (reserving the marinade) and transfer them to the paper bag. Shake the bag to coat the chicken thoroughly.
- Whisk the eggs into the remaining marinade; return the floured chicken pieces to the marinade and stir to coat again. In batches, transfer the chicken pieces back to the paper bag and shake to coat with the flour mixture again.
- Starting with the biggest pieces, place the chicken in the hot oil and fry until cooked through and golden-brown, 18-20 minutes, turning every 5 minutes. (Depending on the size of your skillet, you may need to fry in batches.) Adjust the temperature to make sure the heat is constant. Transfer cooked chicken pieces to a paper towel-lined plate and season with salt. Serve the chicken hot or at room temperature. (To reheat cold chicken: Place on a tray and into an oven at 300 degrees F for about 20 minutes, to crisp up the skin.)
- Drain the potatoes, reserving 1 cup (240ml) of the cooking liquid in the pot. Place the potatoes back in the pot and add the cream and butter; bring to a simmer over medium-high heat and mash with an old-fashioned potato masher to desired texture.
- Mound the mashed potatoes on a rimmed platter and serve with the fried chicken.
SOUTHERN-STYLE OVEN-FRIED CHICKEN
I call this America's best-loved oven-fried chicken. The secret is in the breading, which makes the chicken super moist and flavorful, herby and golden brown. -Elaina Morgan, Rickman, Tennessee
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 50m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. Place a rack in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan; coat the rack with cooking spray., In a shallow bowl, mix the first seven ingredients. In a separate shallow bowl, whisk eggs. Dip chicken in eggs, then in cracker mixture, patting to help coating adhere. Place on prepared rack., Bake 20 minutes. Turn chicken; bake until chicken is golden brown and juices run clear, 15-25 minutes longer.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 418 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 123mg cholesterol, Sodium 638mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 31g protein.
SOUTHERN-STYLE BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN
This is a down home recipe that I have used for years, and thought I would share it! The buttermilk marinade is terrific and is such a comfort food. However this is not a recipe that can be done quickly, but the wait is WELL worth it!
Provided by pinkchef
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Chicken Fried Chicken Recipes
Time 3h
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Whisk together buttermilk, mustard, salt and pepper, and cayenne in a bowl, and pour into a resealable plastic bag. Add the chicken pieces, coat with the marinade, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 8 hours.
- When you are ready to cook the chicken, combine the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, and onion powder in the other plastic bag. Shake to mix thoroughly. Transfer one marinated chicken piece at a time into the dry ingredient bag, and shake well to ensure complete coverage. After all chicken pieces are coated, repeat the process by dipping them in the buttermilk marinade and shaking in the dry coating again.
- Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat, making sure not to burn the oil. When oil is hot, fry chicken in batches until golden brown and juices run clear, turning chicken to brown evenly.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 480 calories, Carbohydrate 29.4 g, Cholesterol 77.1 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 29.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 650.4 mg, Sugar 3.6 g
Tips:
- Use a cast iron skillet for frying the chicken. This will help to evenly distribute the heat and create a crispy crust.
- Make sure the chicken is completely dry before frying. This will help to prevent the oil from splattering.
- Use a neutral-flavored oil for frying, such as vegetable oil or canola oil.
- Fry the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. This will help to ensure that the chicken cooks evenly.
- Season the chicken with a flavorful blend of spices. Some popular options include paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- Cook the chicken until it is golden brown and crispy on the outside and cooked through on the inside. This may take about 10-12 minutes per side.
- Serve the chicken immediately with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, peas, and tomatoes.
- For the mashed potatoes, use Yukon Gold potatoes. They have a creamy texture and are perfect for mashing.
- Boil the potatoes until they are tender, then drain them well.
- Mash the potatoes with butter, milk, and salt and pepper to taste.
- For the peas and tomatoes, use fresh or frozen peas and diced tomatoes.
- Sauté the peas and tomatoes in butter until they are heated through.
- Season the peas and tomatoes with salt and pepper to taste.
Conclusion:
Southern fried chicken with buttered mashed potatoes and sautéed peas and tomatoes is a classic comfort food dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. The crispy chicken, creamy potatoes, and flavorful vegetables are a perfect combination that is sure to satisfy. This dish is also relatively easy to make, making it a great option for a weeknight meal.
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