Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken
A crispy exterior that gives way to tender, juicy chicken seasoned with simple salt and pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
- Chicken pieces (breasts, thighs, or wings)
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Oil (for frying)
- Optional: Flour (for coating)
Instructions
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
- Coat the chicken in flour for extra crispiness, if desired.
- Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken for about 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain the chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot alongside your favorite sides.
Notes
Fry in batches to prevent sogginess and use a thermometer to check for doneness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg