Grandma Huffine's Old Fashion Pan Fried Chicken ~ Best Fried Chicken ~ Easy

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining tanginess.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornmeal gives a crunchy texture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: none

Dried herbs are more cost-effective and have a longer shelf life.

Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper.

Prepare a dredging station with 1 and 1/2 cups of flour and salt and pepper to taste (1 tablespoon each).

Lightly dredge the chicken in the flour mixture.

Heat peanut oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.

Add the chicken to the skillet and cover with a lid.

Cook chicken breasts until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F, flipping occasionally.

Add remaining chicken pieces (wings and legs) to the skillet and cover again.

Cook until the chicken is golden brown, flipping as needed.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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