Fried Chicken My Way

Health score
20%
Fried Chicken My Way
45 min.
4
911kcal

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When it comes to comfort food, few dishes can rival the crispy allure of Fried Chicken My Way. This recipe combines tender, juicy chicken pieces with a seasoned crust that promises to satisfy your cravings with each mouthful. What sets this fried chicken apart is its marination technique, where the chicken is soaked in a delightful yogurt and milk mixture, ensuring a succulent texture that’s bursting with flavor.

The addition of Hungarian paprika and black pepper provides a unique twist to the classic recipe, elevating its taste profile and giving it that vibrant, irresistible color. And let’s not forget about the crumbled bacon sprinkled on top—because what could be better than pairing golden-brown fried chicken with a touch of smoky, crispy goodness?

Whether you're serving it for lunch, dinner, or any time in between, this Fried Chicken My Way is perfect for family gatherings or weeknight meals. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes and a hearty serving to satisfy up to four people, this dish is not only delectable but also practical.

So roll up your sleeves and get ready to experience the ultimate fried chicken that will have everyone asking for seconds. Grab your frying pan and let’s create a meal that’s sure to become a beloved favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoon hungarian paprika 
  • teaspoons kosher salt divided
  • cup milk 
  • cups yogurt plain
  • slices bacon thick-cut
  • servings vegetable oil 
  • 2.5 lb meat from a rotisserie chicken whole

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • whisk
  • wire rack
  • kitchen thermometer

Directions

  1. Whisk together yogurt and milk in a large shallow dish.
  2. Add chicken to yogurt mixture; cover and chill 2 to 4 hours.
  3. Stir together flour, paprika, pepper, and 1 tsp. salt in a large shallow dish.
  4. Remove chicken from yogurt mixture, discarding yogurt mixture. Rinse chicken, and pat dry. Dredge chicken in flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  5. Pour oil to a depth of 11/2 inches into a 12-inch cast-iron skillet; heat over medium-high heat to 35
  6. Fry bacon in hot oil 2 to 3 minutes or until crisp.
  7. Transfer to paper towels; crumble bacon.
  8. Fry chicken, in batches, in hot oil 8 to 9 minutes on each side or until done (a meat thermometer inserted into thickest portion of breast should register 170).
  9. Drain on a wire rack over paper towels.
  10. Sprinkle with remaining 1 tsp. salt.
  11. Serve chicken sprinkled with crumbled bacon.

Nutrition Facts

Calories911kcal
Protein18.98%
Fat55.36%
Carbs25.66%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.75
Glycemic Load
36.78
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
28.511739419854%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:911.46kcal
45.57%
Fat:55.57g
85.49%
Saturated Fat:16.63g
103.94%
Carbohydrates:57.98g
19.33%
Net Carbohydrates:55.55g
20.2%
Sugar:9g
9.99%
Cholesterol:149.06mg
49.69%
Sodium:1578.38mg
68.63%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:42.86g
85.72%
Selenium:52.01µg
74.3%
Vitamin B3:14.73mg
73.65%
Phosphorus:503.64mg
50.36%
Vitamin B1:0.75mg
49.84%
Vitamin B2:0.78mg
45.99%
Vitamin B6:0.71mg
35.74%
Folate:132.06µg
33.01%
Vitamin K:30.63µg
29.17%
Manganese:0.56mg
27.9%
Iron:4.76mg
26.47%
Vitamin A:1288.6IU
25.77%
Calcium:256.34mg
25.63%
Zinc:3.7mg
24.68%
Vitamin B5:2.47mg
24.67%
Vitamin B12:1.38µg
23.07%
Potassium:723.5mg
20.67%
Magnesium:71.31mg
17.83%
Vitamin E:2.36mg
15.76%
Copper:0.2mg
10.1%
Fiber:2.42g
9.7%
Vitamin D:1.21µg
8.06%
Vitamin C:2.81mg
3.4%
Source:My Recipes