Light, airy, and ultra-crispy fried chicken inspired by the classic fast-food favorite.
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Calories: 420kcal
Equipment
- Deep frying pan or pot
- Mixing Bowl
- whisk
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts or tenders
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 3/4–1 cup cold water
- oil for frying
Instructions
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F.
- Whisk flour, cornstarch, salt, and baking powder in a bowl.
- Stir in cold water until a thin, smooth batter forms.
- Dip chicken into batter, letting excess drip off.
- Fry chicken for 4–6 minutes until golden and crispy.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
Notes
Keep batter cold for the best crunch and fry in small batches.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 26g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 85mg | Sodium: 620mg | Potassium: 360mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 10mg