Cocoa Fried Chicken

"Basically, fried chicken nuggets! Pan fry in extra virgin olive oil. Serve with salad if trying to be healthy, or fries if you are past caring!"

• Preparation Time: 25 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 487 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 cup seasoned dry bread crumbs
• 1 cup all-purpose flour for coating
• 1 teaspoon cocoa powder
• 1 pound chicken tenders
• 2 cups olive oil for frying

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix flour and cocoa powder in a shallow dish or plate. One by one, coat chicken pieces in flour mixture, then dip in beaten egg, then in seasoned bread crumbs.

Step 2

Heat oil in a cast iron skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 3

Fry coated chicken pieces in oil until cooked through and juices run clear (approximately 5 minutes). Drain on paper towels.