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Crispy Fried Chicken Bowl


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A delicious and hearty crispy fried chicken bowl layered with rice, beans, corn, and tomatoes.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 1 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups cooked white rice
  • 1 cup black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup sweet corn
  • 1 cup diced tomatoes
  • 1 cup olive oil for shallow frying

Instructions

  1. Place the chicken thighs in a bowl with buttermilk and let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
  4. Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture.
  5. Fry the chicken for 5 to 6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 75 degrees Celsius.
  6. Transfer the chicken to a wire rack to rest and maintain crispness.
  7. Slice the fried chicken into strips.
  8. Assemble the bowls by layering cooked white rice, black beans, sweet corn, and diced tomatoes.
  9. Top with sliced crispy fried chicken and serve warm.

Notes

  • This dish is best enjoyed fresh and hot.
  • Feel free to customize with your favorite toppings.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 30g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 65g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 35g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg