French Fried Chicken

Prep: 15 min Cook: 20 min Serves: 4 Cuisine: American

Crispy, golden fried chicken coated in a light pancake batter, offering a tender interior and flavorful crunch—perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup pancake mix
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 2 to 2 1/2 pounds frying chicken

Instructions

  1. Combine pancake mix, salt, and water in a bowl.
  2. Beat the mixture for 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Dip the chicken pieces into the batter and let excess drain off.
  4. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the coated chicken until tender, about 10 minutes on each side.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

113 kcal 6% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.9g 14% DV
Total Fat 0.9g 1% DV
Carbs 19.1g 7% DV
Fiber 1.4g 5% DV
Sugar 0.7g 1% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10235mg 100% DV
Potassium 139.8mg 3% DV
Cholesterol 12.8mg 4% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 0.5mcg
Vitamin D 0mcg
Calcium 96.8mg 7% DV
Iron 0.9mg 5% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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