Lunch Chicken Fried Chicken Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Chicken

   In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk, egg, salt, pepper, and paprika. Submerge the chicken breasts in the mixture and marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2. 2

   Bread the Chicken

   In another bowl, place the flour. Remove chicken from the buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip off, and dredge in flour until fully coated.

3. 3

   Fry the Chicken

   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add chicken and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   Make the Mashed Potatoes

   Peel and chop potatoes, then boil in salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes. Drain and mash with butter, milk, salt, and pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Cook the Green Beans

   In a separate skillet, add green beans with a splash of water, garlic powder, onion powder, and sauté over medium heat until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

6. 6

   Serve

   Plate the fried chicken with a generous serving of mashed potatoes and gravy, alongside the skillet green beans.