Dairy-Free Crispy Chicken
Discover the ultimate Dairy-Free Crispy Chicken, a flavorful and allergy-friendly twist on a comfort food classic. Tender chicken breasts are soaked in a homemade dairy-free buttermilk made with unsweetened almond milk and apple cider vinegar, ensuring a juicy and succulent bite. Coated in a perfectly seasoned mixture of flour, cornstarch, paprika, and a touch of cayenne, this crispy masterpiece is pan-fried to golden perfection. Ideal for those seeking a dairy-free option without compromising on crunchy texture or rich flavor, this quick recipe comes together in under 35 minutes. Perfect for sharing at family dinners or serving with your favorite dipping sauce, this crispy chicken is sure to become a new household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
In a shallow bowl, mix the unsweetened almond milk and apple cider vinegar. Let it sit for 5 minutes to create a dairy-free buttermilk.
Cut each chicken breast into halves to make thinner pieces. If needed, use a meat mallet to ensure even thickness.
Soak the chicken pieces in the dairy-free buttermilk for at least 10 minutes to tenderize.
In another shallow bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Remove a piece of chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge it in the flour mixture, pressing down to ensure an even coating. Repeat with remaining pieces.
Once the oil is hot, carefully place the coated chicken pieces in the skillet. Cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. You may need to adjust the heat to prevent burning.
Once cooked, remove the chicken and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.
Serve immediately while the chicken is still hot and crispy.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 449.2 g | 576% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.5 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 269.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 592 mg | 197% | |
| Sodium | 3037 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 177.1 g | 64% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.0 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 237.9 g | 476% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 561 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2314 mg | 49% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
