Crispy Chicken with a Touch of Vanilla

Ingredients

• 2 chicken breast (cut into small bite-sized pieces)
• 1 egg
• 0.25 cup heavy cream
• 2 clove garlic (minced)
• 1 tbsp mustard
• salt (to taste)
• black pepper (to taste)
• 0.5 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp vanilla extract (the secret touch)
• 1 cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)
• vegetable oil (for frying)

Steps

1. 1

   Cut the chicken breast into small pieces to ensure they absorb the maximum amount of flavor.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, heavy cream, minced garlic, mustard, salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, and the secret touch of vanilla.

3. 3

   Whisk the marinade ingredients together until well combined.

4. 4

   Add the chicken pieces to the bowl and mix thoroughly until every piece is well coated in the marinade.

5. 5

   Dredge the marinated chicken pieces through the flour until they are completely and evenly coated.

6. 6

   Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat.

7. 7

   Place the chicken pieces directly into the hot oil.

8. 8

   Fry until the chicken is golden brown and crispy on the outside and cooked through and juicy on the inside.

Notes

The vanilla extract provides a subtle aromatic depth that complements the savory spices without making the dish taste sweet. Ensure the oil is sufficiently hot before adding the chicken to achieve a perfect golden crust.

Nutrition per serving

• main
• chicken
• fried chicken
• crispy
• dinner
• easy recipe