Easy Fried Chicken

Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy fried chicken has a crispy breading seasoned with garlic powder and zesty cayenne.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 353 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken breast
• 5 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
• ½ cup cornstarch, or more as needed

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat 2 inches of oil in a deep saucepan over medium heat. Place cornstarch in a bowl.

Step 2

Slice chicken into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Transfer to a bowl and mix with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne.

Step 3

Divide chicken into 2 or 3 portions and dredge in cornstarch until evenly coated and all white; add more cornstarch if necessary.

Step 4

Lower chicken carefully into the hot oil in batches. Fry until crispy on the outside and no longer pink in the center, about 1 minute per side. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain. Serve hot.