Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs. skinless, boneless chicken breasts or thighs
- Canola or Vegetable cooking oil for frying (do not use olive oil)
- 5 extra large eggs
- 1 1/2 cups whole milk
- 2 cups AP flour
- 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 cups AP flour
- 1 tablespoon yellow cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon Cajun Seasoning (recipe below)
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon coriander
Instructions
For the Cajun Seasoning:
- Combine all of the ingredients above, and mix until fully incorporated.
- Pound the chicken breasts or thighs with a meat mallet, into 1/8 - 1/4 inch thickness.
- To make the dipping batter, whisk eggs and milk together in a large bowl until frothy. Add the remaining batter ingredients and whisk until blended and smooth. Let stand for 15 minutes. Meanwhile, mix the breading ingredients together in a shallow baking dish (a 13 x 9-inch one is perfect).
- Working with one piece of chicken at a time, dip first in the batter, letting any excess drip back into the bowl, then roll in the breading, coating it well on both sides. Transfer to a tray, and continue until all the pieces are coated.
- Heat a large frypan (I suggest using a cast iron pan if you have one) with 1-inch of oil over medium heat until the oil is hot but not smoking. Gently slide the chicken into the hot oil. Cook only a few pieces at a time- do not overcrowd the pan.
- Cook the chicken, turning only once, until golden and cooked all the way through, 3-4 minutes per side for boneless breasts and 4-5 minutes per side for boneless thighs. Dark meat takes longer to cook.
- Transfer to a paper towel-lined tray to absorb any access oil. Serve and Enjoy!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: main dish