The Best Crispy Fried Chicken 🍗 🐓 ⎮Pollo Frito #VirtualKitchenwithLaura

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 and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier but can be more expensive.

chicken pieces

🥗Healthier: skinless chicken

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Skinless chicken reduces fat content.

Prepare chicken thighs for frying.

Mix 2.5 cups of flour with Cajun seasoning, salt, and cornmeal in a container with a lid.

In a separate bowl, whisk 2 eggs with 1/2 cup of milk.

Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, then dip in the egg mixture, and return to the flour mixture to coat.

Heat oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C).

Fry three pieces of chicken at a time for 6 minutes on one side, then flip and fry for another 6 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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