How to Make Delicious Crispy Fried Chicken Breast at Home
The crispy fried chicken breast is a familiar dish in many family meals. Especially, the chicken breast with a crispy golden crust, soft sweet meat inside, when dipped in sweet and sour sauce, brings an extremely attractive flavor, irresistible. In this article, Cook Béo will guide you on how to make a simple, delicious crispy fried chicken breast right at home.
Ingredients
- 500g chicken breast
- 3 egg yolks
- Unsalted crispy fry powder
- Salt
- Pepper
- Soy sauce
- Spices: seasoning powder, MSG, fish sauce
Instructions
Chicken Breast Preparation
Firstly, upon purchasing the chicken breast, it is important to clean and remove any unpleasant smell by scrubbing salt into the meat's surface before rinsing it thoroughly with water. Ensure the chicken is drained before being cut into small square or rectangular pieces. Cutting the chicken into uniform and small pieces will allow the meat to cook faster and absorb the marinade better.
Marinate the Ingredients
Place 500g of chopped chicken breast into a large bowl, then marinate with the following seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon of oyster oil
- 1 teaspoon of fish sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon of seasoning powder
- 1/2 teaspoon of MSG (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground pepper
- 2 tablespoons of cooking oil
- 3 egg yolks
Mix all the ingredients well to assure the seasonings penetrate into every piece of meat. Allow it to marinate for about 15 minutes for the chicken to absorb the flavors, enhancing the taste of the dish.
Prepare Dipping Sauce
While waiting for the chicken to marinate, you can prepare the dipping sauce. The dipping sauce is a crucial factor that makes the crispy fried chicken breast even more appealing. You can prepare the sauce according to the following formula:
- 2 tablespoons of mayonnaise
- 1/2 tablespoon of chili sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon of ketchup
- A few drops of sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
Prepare Frying Flour
The outer flour layer is crucial in creating the crispiness of the dish. You can use unsalted crispy frying flour or mix your own from five different types of flour to create the perfect crust.
Put some flour in a large bowl, then roll each piece of marinated chicken in the flour to coat evenly. Then, shake gently to remove excess flour, leaving only a thin layer of flour, which helps the chicken fry more crispy without being too thick.
Fry the Chicken
Place a pan on the stove, fill it with cooking oil enough to submerge about two-thirds of a piece of chicken.
Heat the oil at a medium-high heat level, then slowly drop each piece of flour-coated chicken into the pan.
Remember not to stir or flip the chicken immediately but let the flour set and stick tightly to the chicken. When the chicken floats to the surface of the oil and the outer layer has turned golden brown, then you should flip it to ensure even cooking.
Typically, to ensure a crispy outer layer without drying out the inside, you should only fry once at medium-high heat.
Finish the Dish
Once the chicken has turned evenly golden brown, remove it and let it drain on paper towels. When you gently press the chicken piece and it feels hard, the crust is crispy. Now, you just need to plate the chicken and prepare to enjoy it with your dipping sauce.
How to Enjoy
The crispy fried chicken breast has a golden crust, crunchy combined with soft sweet, juicy chicken inside. When eating, you can dip it in sweet and sour sauce or any sauce of your choice to enhance the flavor. This dish is not only attractive to adults but also loved by children.
With a simple recipe, easy to implement at home, you can confidently cook and make this delicious crispy fried chicken breast to treat your family on weekends or special occasions.
Try this recipe now and feel the difference of homemade food compared to store-bought food!
