Best Savory Fried Chicken Recipes

SAVORY SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• NOTE: YOU CAN SINGLE-BREAD OR DOUBLE-BREAD CHICKEN WITH THIS RECIPE (SEE STEP 6).
• WHISK 2 quarts cold water (8 cups) with 2 tablespoons fine sea salt and 2 teaspoons Accent seasoning in a large wide saucepan (with an accompanying lid) until dissolved, for the BRINE.
• RINSE and blot chicken pieces; ADD chicken pieces to marinade; COVER and transfer to refrigerator; MARINATE chicken at least 4 hours in refrigerator (preferably overnight), turning chicken as needed.
• INTO a large Ziploc bag, add the BREADING ingredients; BREAK up any clumps if present, by hand or using the back of a spoon; SEAL bag containing mixture; SHAKE well until combined.
• BEAT 4 eggs in a large bowl, for the EGGWASH; REMOVE chicken from brine with tongs; BLOT pieces with paper towels.
• TO SINGLE-BREAD CHICKEN: Dip one piece breaded chicken using tongs, into the eggwash to wet completely. Drop chicken into the breading. Roll chicken well in the breading to coat. Place breaded chicken onto platter to rest for 15-20 minutes. Repeat with remaining pieces. TO DOUBLE-BREAD CHICKEN: Add 5 teaspoons flour plus 1 teaspoon cornstarch to breading and mix well. Drop chicken into the breading and roll it well in the breading to coat. Drop chicken into the eggwash to wet completely. Quickly return chicken to the breading and roll again to coat well. Place double-breaded chicken onto platter to rest for 15-20 minutes. Repeat with remaining pieces.
• PREHEAT manufacturer's recommended amount of peanut oil in deep-fryer between to 315°F (OR) preheat enough oil to immerse chicken completely in deep heavy stovetop pot between to 315°F (use a heat-safe thermometer to gauge).
• PLACE breaded chicken to the elevated fry basket in deep-fryer without crowding; LOWER the basket slowly into the hot oil (or gently lower breaded chicken pieces using tongs into stovetop pot, turning once halfway through frying duration).
• FRY chicken between 16-20 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked, depending on chicken portions/sizes (juices should run clear when chicken is done).
• DRAIN on a wire rack over a paper towel-lined baking sheet; REPEAT the same cooking procedures until all chicken is fried. DRAIN chicken on a wire rack over a paper towel-lined baking sheet; TRANSFER rack over a baking sheet and keep chicken warmed in a preheated 170°F oven until serving; SERVE and enjoy!

SAVORY OVEN-FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the buttermilk, mustard, garlic and pepper sauce. Add the chicken; seal bag and turn to coat. Refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Drain and discard marinade., In a large resealable plastic bag, combine the flour, paprika, baking powder, thyme, salt and pepper. Add chicken, one at a time, and shake to coat., Place chicken bone side down on a rack in a shallow baking pan. Spritz chicken with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 50-60 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°.

SAVORY FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Rinse chicken pieces and pat dry.
• In a large plastic bag, combine flour,salt,pepper,sage,onion powder,thyme, and garlic powder.
• In a shallow bowl, beat eggs and water together.
• Place the chicken in the bag and shake to coat evenly.
• Dip in the egg mixture and shake again in the bag.
• Fill a skillet with oil and fry the chicken for 10 minutes, turn, and fry for 8 to 10 minutes.

CHICHARRONES DE POLLO (CRISPY FRIED SAVORY CHICKEN CHUNKS)

Steps:

• Cut chicken into chunks, if you purchase from a butcher have them cut it into chunks to save time and effort. You should get 10-16 pieces.
• Combine soy sauce, lemon juice, rum, minced garlic, ginger, and bay leaf in bowl or zipper bag, add chicken pieces, and let marinate at least 4 hours in refrigerator (overnight is best).
• Combine flour, oregano, sazon, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, and put on a plate or waxed paper for dredging.
• In an electric fryer, or on the stove in a deep skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil (to 375 degrees if you have a thermometer).
• Right before frying, dredge chicken 4-5 pieces at a time, and fry until crisp and golden brown. The time will depend on the size of the chicken.
• As you complete each batch, remove cooked pieces to a rack or paper towel lined plate to drain. Dredge and fry next batch.

TRACIE'S SAVORY FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Rinse chicken and pat dry. Put flour in a shallow dish or bowl and roll chicken in flour.
• Heat shortening in a large skillet over medium heat. Add floured chicken and sprinkle with savory and seasoning. Fry for about 20 minutes each side; I fry on three sides, so it takes about 60 minutes (1 hour).

SAVORY PAN FRIED CHICKEN SOUP, WITH A KICK

Steps:

• Get out a 9-inch (minimum) skillet, and set over medium-high heat.
• Add the butter, and grapeseed oil, and stir until the butter is melted.
• Add the sliced carrots, the onions and cumin, and cook until the onions have softened, about 6 to 8 minutes.
• Reduce heat to medium, add the cubed chicken, and continue to stir for about 5 minutes.
• Add the chicken broth, the peas, and the celery, and stir until it begins to simmer.
• Reduce heat to low, cover, and allow to simmer, for about 10 minutes.
• Chef's Note: As it is simmering, add a bit of salt and pepper to taste... And the chipotle chili pepper (if you're brave).
• Chef's Note: I cooked up some ramen noodles and served them with the soup; however, that is totally up to you.
• PLATE/PRESENT
• Remove from the heat, put in some nice bowls, and have at it.
• Keep the faith, and keep cooking.