Delicious Tender Pan-Fried Chicken Breasts Recipe

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Delicious Tender Pan-Fried Chicken Breasts Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on January 30, 2024

This tender pan-fried chicken breast recipe is a classic American dish that is both easy to make and incredibly flavorful. The chicken breasts are seasoned with a blend of spices, coated in a seasoned flour mixture, and then pan-fried until golden brown and cooked through. Serve these juicy and crispy chicken breasts with your favorite side dishes for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Directions

  1. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  2. Dip each chicken breast into the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off.
  3. Coat the chicken breasts in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
  4. Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  5. Add the coated chicken breasts to the skillet, cooking two at a time to avoid overcrowding.
  6. Cook the chicken breasts for 4-5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. Transfer the cooked chicken breasts to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Repeat the process with the remaining chicken breasts.
  9. Serve the tender pan-fried chicken breasts hot with your favorite side dishes or use them in sandwiches, salads, or wraps.

Interesting Facts

  • Pan-frying chicken breasts is a popular cooking method as it helps to retain the meat's tenderness and juiciness.
  • Using buttermilk as a marinade for the chicken breasts ensures they stay moist and tender.
  • The seasoned flour coating adds a flavorful and crispy crust to the chicken breasts.
  • You can customize the spice blend in the flour mixture according to your personal preference.
  • Leftover pan-fried chicken breasts can be refrigerated and enjoyed cold or reheated the next day.