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Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken

Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken: Your New Favorite Comfort Dish

Try this Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken recipe for a quick and easy comfort dish that impresses.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings or Drumsticks Main protein for frying
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
For the Coating
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Use gluten-free flour for gluten-free option
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch Essential for crunch
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps lighten the flour mixture
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic can be used
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Provides extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika for different flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust for desired heat
For Frying
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil Can use canola or sunflower oil
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Green Onions Fresh garnish

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • skillet or deep fryer
  • slotted spoon
  • paper towels

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Combine chicken with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper in a bowl. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. Whisk together flour, cornstarch, and baking powder in a separate bowl. Set aside.
  3. Dredge each piece of marinated chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
  4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until ready.
  5. Fry chicken in batches for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  6. Transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Sprinkle with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 28gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let dredged chicken rest for about 10 minutes before frying for a crunchier texture. Monitor oil temperature closely and don't skip marinating for best flavor.

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