CindyD's Kinda Southern Skillet Fried Chicken
CindyD's Kinda Southern Skillet Fried Chicken pairs a peppery, herb-laced crust with tender, juicy dark meat for a comforting bite in every piece. Notes of sage, garlic, and onion infuse the flour dredge, creating a crispy golden shell that stays flavorful to the bone. Perfect for a relaxed weeknight dinner or a weekend family spread with classic sides.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook30 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in CindyD's Kinda Southern Skillet Fried Chicken, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 57 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 9 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityPoor
- 32 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 42
- Heart Health
- 63
- Metabolic
- 23
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 31
- General Wellness
- 1
Heat 2 inches of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2
Beat the eggs thoroughly in a shallow bowl.
- 3
Sift the flour, sage, salt, black pepper, onion powder, and garlic powder together into a separate bowl to combine.
- 4
Dip the chicken pieces into the beaten egg; lift them so the excess egg drips back into the bowl.
- 5
Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture until fully coated; shake off the excess.
- 6
Lower the chicken carefully into the hot oil; fry until the first side is golden brown, about 10 minutes.
- 7
Reduce the heat to medium; flip the chicken and fry the second side until golden brown and no longer pink inside, about 20 minutes more.
- 8
Check with an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a thigh; it should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 1490.08 kcal High 75%
- Protein 70.68 g Good Source 141%
- Carbohydrate 40.73 g 15%
- Total Fat 119.02 g High 153%
- Saturated Fat 18.26 g High 91%
- Trans Fat 0.05 g High --
- Cholesterol 315.56 mg High 105%
- Sodium 195.39 mg Moderate 9%
- Dietary Fiber 2.16 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 0.23 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 39.72 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 4.13 mg Good Source 23%
- Potassium 1004.99 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin A 53.94 mcg Low Source 6%
- Vitamin C 0.18 mg Low Source 0%
- Vitamin D 0.5 mcg Low Source 3%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Eggs 🥚
- Soy 🌱
- Wheat 🌾
- Gluten
- Corn 🌽
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
CindyD's Kinda Southern Skillet Fried Chicken is made with 9 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 45 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include All Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Chicken Leg Quarters, and Eggs. Each serving provides about 1490.08 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is CindyD's Kinda Southern Skillet Fried Chicken made of?
- The main ingredients are All-Purpose Flour, Black Pepper, Chicken Leg Quarters, Eggs, Garlic Powder. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make CindyD's Kinda Southern Skillet Fried Chicken?
- About 45 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 30 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 1490.08 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is CindyD's Kinda Southern Skillet Fried Chicken easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 8 steps.
- Is CindyD's Kinda Southern Skillet Fried Chicken healthy?
- CindyD's Kinda Southern Skillet Fried Chicken has an easyChef Pro health score of 38/100. Per serving, it provides 1490.08 calories and 70.68 g of protein, or 141% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of iron and potassium. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 195.39 mg (9% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 18.26 g (91% of the Daily Value). It contains Eggs, Soy, Wheat, Gluten, Corn, Garlic and Onions, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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