Water Fried Chicken Recipes

TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Make sure that the chicken is nice and clean.
• Combine 8 cups cold water, 2 tbsp salt, and 4 tbsp sugar.
• Stir until the salt and sugar dissolve.
• Pour the brine ( sugar/salt/water) into the bowl or container with the chicken.
• Make sure that the chicken is covered with the brine.
• Cover the bowl/container, then place in the refrigerator overnight
• Drain the brine from the bowl, but do not rinse the chicken.
• Place the chicken in a large bowl, then pour the hot sauce all over the chicken.
• Next, combine the all purpose flour, cornstarch, and all of the seasonings
• Pour the flour mixture into a large freezer bag, then toss in the chicken wings.
• Shake the bag, until the chicken is well coated with flour.
• Remove the chicken from the bag, and shake off any excess flour.
• Let the chicken sit for about 15 minutes before frying to ensure that the flour sticks.
• Now pour the oil into a large skillet, and let it heat until it reaches 350-375 F.
• Carefully add in the chicken, and fry until it's completely cooked throughout, and golden brown.
• Place the chicken on a paper towel lined plate.
• Serve and enjoy!

TRIPLE DIPPED FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• In one medium bowl, mix together 3 cups of flour, garlic salt, 1 tablespoon black pepper, paprika and poultry seasoning. In a separate bowl, stir together 1 1/3 cups flour, salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, egg yolks and beer. You may need to thin with additional beer if the batter is too thick.
• Heat the oil in a deep-fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Moisten each piece of chicken with a little water, then dip in the dry mix. Shake off excess and dip in the wet mix, then dip in the dry mix once more.
• Carefully place the chicken pieces in the hot oil. Fry for 15 to 18 minutes, or until well browned. Smaller pieces will not take as long. Large pieces may take longer. Remove and drain on paper towels before serving.

FRIED CHICKEN BATTER

Steps:

• Take four bowls
• Put 1 c milk in Bowl 1.
• Seperate the flour into 2 c and 1 cup.
• Combine Creole seasoning and 2 cups of flour to make Bowl 2.
• Add beaten eggs to make bowl 3.
• Combine Salt and Pepper with 1 c of flour to make bowl 4.
• In that order, dip chicken (or whatever you will fry)shaking off excess after each dip.
• Deep fry as per the deep fryer instructions. Usually about 4-6 minutes at 350.

CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a large shallow dish, combine 2-2/3 cups flour, garlic salt, paprika, 2-1/2 teaspoons pepper and teaspoons poultry seasoning. In another shallow dish, beat eggs and 1-1/2 cups water; add 1 teaspoon salt and the remaining 1-1/3 cup flour and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Dip chicken in egg mixture, then place in flour mixture, a few pieces at a time. Turn to coat., In a deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Working in batches, fry chicken, several pieces at a time, until skin is golden brown and a thermometer inserted into chicken reads 165°, about 7-8 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.

STIR-FRIED CHICKEN WITH BROCCOLI, WATER CHESTNUTS AND PEPPERS

Steps:

• Set a wok over high heat and add the peanut oil. Be sure to swirl the wok to get the oil to coat most of the pan. Once the oil smokes, quickly add the garlic, ginger, green onions and chicken to the wok. Saute, stirring continuously until the chicken in lightly browned, about 2 to 3 minutes. Add the red peppers and saute for another 1 minute. Add the water chestnuts and broccoli and saute for another minute. Add the soy sauce and sesame oil and reduce for 30 seconds. Add the chicken stock, slurry and season with salt and pepper. Use a paddle to toss the ingredients and be sure that the stock comes to a boil. Cook at a boil for 2 to 3 minutes, before serving over steamed rice.

SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Cut chicken in eight pieces. Season well with salt and pepper. Set aside. Mix eggs, milk, and water. Pour mixture over chicken. Let sit for 5 minutes.
• In a heavy paper bag, mix flour, paprika, ground thyme, and granulated garlic. Place chicken in bag with flour mixture. Shake until chicken is well coated.
• Heat oil in a Magnalite fryer - oil should reach 350°F. Place chicken in hot oil. Fry, turning as chicken browns. Heavy parts such as breast, thighs, and legs will take 15 to 20 minutes, wings about 10 to 15 minutes. Drain chicken on paper towels.

CRISPY CRUNCHY FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Place chicken in a large bowl of ice water and let sit 30 minutes.
• In a second large bowl, combine baking mix, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; mix well. In a third large bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce.
• Remove chicken from water, shaking off excess water, and dip in seasoned baking mix then into buttermilk mixture, and again in seasoned baking mix, coating completely each time.
• In a large deep skillet, heat oil over medium-low heat until hot but not smoking. Fry coated chicken in batches for 10 to 12 minutes per side until golden and no pink remains. drain on a paper towel-lined platter. Serve immediately.

WATER FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• 1. Salt and pepper the chicken. Place the chicken in a well-greased skillet. Cook lightly on both sides. Cover the chicken completely with water. Wait until the water is completely gone and an orange crust forms over the chicken.