Crispy Chicken Fritta
Learn how to make crispy chicken fritta just like Olive Garden with this easy recipe! With a crispy, golden crust and tender chicken inside, this dish is perfect for any occasion. Get the best tips for frying, serving, and storing your crispy chicken fritta, and enjoy this delicious meal in the comfort of your home!
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Wire rack
- tongs
- Shallow bowl for breading
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- Chicken Breasts boneless, skinless – 4 pieces
- Flour – 1 cup
- Panko breadcrumbs – 1 cup
- Parmesan cheese grated – ½ cup
- Eggs – 2 beaten
- Garlic powder – 1 tsp
- Salt – ½ tsp
- Black pepper – ½ tsp
- Olive oil – for frying
- Alfredo sauce – 1 cup for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken: Start by flattening the chicken breasts to an even thickness for consistent cooking. Use a meat mallet or rolling pin to pound the chicken to about ½ inch thick.
- Bread the chicken: In a shallow bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, combine panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese. Coat each chicken breast first in the flour mixture, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat in the breadcrumb mixture.
- Fry the chicken: Heat ½ inch of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot (350°F), carefully add the breaded chicken to the pan. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Rest and serve: Remove the chicken from the skillet and place it on a wire rack to rest for 5 minutes. Serve with your favorite Alfredo sauce.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute the flour with gluten-free flour and use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- You can add a squeeze of lemon over the chicken for extra flavor.
- Air fryer option: For a healthier alternative, try air frying the chicken at 375°F for about 12 minutes.