Best Italian Fried Chicken Recipes

ITALIAN PAN-FRIED CHICKEN THIGHS WITH CREAMY TOMATO SAUCE

Steps:

• Combine tapioca flour, all purpose flour, garlic salt, and Italian herbs in a small bowl. Dredge chicken thighs through the mixture and shake off excess flour.
• Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken thighs and cook until golden brown, about 5 minutes on each side. Remove chicken from skillet.
• Wipe out skillet, leaving just a little bit of the fond. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in tomato sauce, cream, and milk; stir to combine. Season with red pepper flakes and mix in spinach. Allow spinach to wilt, about 3 minutes. Return chicken thighs to the skillet and heat until warmed through. Serve topped with freshly shaved Pecorino Romano cheese.

ITALIAN INN FRIED CHICKEN LIVERS AND ONIONS

Steps:

• Take the chicken livers you are preparing and dredge them in sifted salt, pepper, and flour. Shake off excess. Slice yellow onion in rings and add livers and onion slices to cast iron skillet. Fry until nicely browned and crisp. Then add Worcestershire sauce.
• This was the "secret" ingredient that set them apart from ordinary fried chicken livers. Fry them in olive oil, and be sure the oil and skillet are VERY hot before adding the livers and onions.

EASY CHICKEN PICCATA WITH ITALIAN FRIED POTATOES

Steps:

• Wash chicken cutlets and pat dry with paper towels.
• Pour flour into bowl (around 1 cup) and season with oregano, basil, and a bit of black pepper. Mix together.
• Dredge chicken cutlets in flour until all surfaces are completely covered, then shake off excess.
• Coat frying pan with olive oil and cook chicken cutlets over medium heat until both sides are golden brown.
• When chicken is almost ready, place 1-1/2 tablespoons of butter with 1 teaspoon of parsley in tea cup or small glass bowl in the microwave for about 90 seconds.
• Add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder, 1 teaspoon a lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of sauterne, and a bit of sea salt to butter and stir together.
• When chicken is golden brown, add butter mixture over the cutlets as evenly as possible.
• When most of butter mixture is absorbed into chicken or dissapates, place the cutlets onto a baking sheet (covered with cooking spray) and place them in oven at 400 degrees for about 10-15 minutes.
• Clean 4 large russet potatoes.
• Slice potatoes into 16 slices each.
• Place potatoes slices into large bowl and coat with the olive oil.
• Add fresh thyme, rosemary, oregano, basil, black pepper, and sea salt to you desired degree.
• Mix the contents of the bowl together so the seasonings are coated onto the potatoes with the olive oil.
• Place mixture on baking sheet and cook for around 30-40 minutes at 400 or until potatoes start to brown and get slightly crispy. Test with fork to make sure the potatoes have softened inside.

EASY ITALIAN CHICKEN & FRIED POTATOES

Steps:

• 1. Note: If you are looking for a good homemade Italian recipe, check out my Colorful Party Pasta Salad Recipe. I include a homemade Italian Dressing within that recipe & it's delicious! Any Italian dressing will do, use your favorite! Try different varieties!
• 2. Remove any excess fat from chicken & rinse chicken in cold water, pat dry. Place in a large glass bowl, pour dressing over chicken just until thoroughly covered. Turn chicken to be sure to get both sides. Cover & allow to marinade for at least 30 minutes.
• 3. In the meantime, prepare potatoes. Clean potatoes, & cut in one inch wedges, leaving skin intact. (Need those awesome vitamins!!) Add olive oil to large skillet & heat over medium high heat. Add potatoes. Cook for 15 minutes, turning frequently to brown on all sides.
• 4. When potatoes are halfway done, add Italian dressing, minced garlic, onions, & your fresh herbs. Add salt & pepper to taste. Continue to cook over medium heat, turning frequently. I cover during this process to help the potatoes cook all the way through. Continue to cook until potatoes are cooked all the way through.
• 5. While the potatoes are cooking, heat EVOO on medium heat in another large skillet. Add chicken, marinade, & minced garlic. Season with salt & pepper to taste. Cook 5-7 minutes each side depending on thickness of breast. Add fresh herbs the last couple minutes. I used fresh rosemary in this dish.
• 6. Top with optional parmesan cheese just before serving! This dish goes very well with candied carrots as a side dish. Mmm good!! This is one meal I never have left over of! Sometimes I wish I did just so I wouldn't have to cook!

KAREN'S ITALIAN PAN-FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
• Beat egg in a shallow bowl. Spread bread crumbs in a separate shallow bowl. Dip chicken in egg, allowing excess to drip back into the bowl. Press the dipped chicken into the bread crumbs until evenly coated on all sides.
• Heat 2 tablespoons canola oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
• Heat remaining canola oil in a separate skillet over medium heat; cook and stir roasted red peppers until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes.
• Transfer chicken to a casserole dish and top with Asiago cheese and roasted red peppers.
• Bake in the preheated oven until cheese is melted, about 8 minutes.

ITALIAN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Combine the flour, half of the garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl; set aside. Combine the milk, paprika, oregano, the remaining garlic, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in another large bowl. Add the chicken, turning to coat; set aside 15 minutes.
• Toss the fennel and fronds, romaine, parsley, 2 tablespoons olive oil, the lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste in a bowl.
• Heat the remaining 3/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil and the peanut oil in a large cast-iron skillet over high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 350 degrees F. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture; add to the skillet skin-side down. Fry 8 minutes. Flip; reduce the heat to medium high. Fry until golden and cooked through, 8 more minutes. Transfer to a rack. Blot with paper towels; season with salt. Serve with the salad.

ITALIAN PAN-FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Sprinkle chicken with pepper. Combine rosemary, oregano and basil; sprinkle half the herb mixture over chicken. In a large skillet over medium heat add chicken, skin side down. Brown chicken on both sides. Add 8 garlic cloves; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in vinegars and chicken base. Cook, covered, on low heat until a thermometer reads 170°-175°, 15-20 minutes., Remove chicken to a serving platter; keep warm. Add chardonnay to pan; increase heat to medium-high. Bring to a boil; cook, uncovered, until liquid is reduced by half, 8-10 minutes, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Strain sauce. Return to pan and add remaining garlic clove and herb mixture; heat through. Stir in cream; remove from heat. Whisk in butter until creamy. If needed, return pan briefly to very low heat to soften the butter. (Do not allow butter to melt completely or sauce may separate.) Serve with chicken. If desired, garnish with additional basil and rosemary.

PAN FRIED ITALIAN CHICKEN THIGHS RECIPE - (4.6/5)

Steps:

• Pour the oil into a large stainless or cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Generously sprinkle the skin side of the chicken thighs with spices and then place in the skillet at medium heat, skin side down. Sprinkle the other side of the thighs and then, without moving them, cook uncovered for about 20-25 minutes. Reduce heat, if needed, to prevent burning. A spatter screen on the skillet helps cut down the mess. Let chicken cook until the fat has rendered and the skin is deep golden brown and crisp. This could take as long as 30 minutes. If the skin is sticking to the pan, it likely isn't finished on that side. Turn the thighs over and continue to cook about 20 more minutes. When the meat closest to the bone is cooked through, the chicken is done. Enjoy!

ROUND 2 RECIPE - ITALIAN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
• Break the eggs into a shallow dish and add the milk. Whisk together until well combined. In another shallow dish mix together the cornmeal, Parmesan, and Italian seasoning. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, to taste. Dip the chicken pieces into the egg and milk mixture. Next, dredge the pieces into the cornmeal mixture coating them generously and put them on a large plate.
• In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat to 360 degrees F. (Dip the end of a wooden spoon into the oil: if bubbles form, the oil is ready for frying.) Fry the chicken until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken pieces to a plate lined with a brown bag to soak up the excess oil. Transfer to a baking sheet and finish cooking them in the oven, about 20 minutes. Arrange on a serving platter and serve.
• Reserve the legs, thighs, and wings of the chicken for the round 2 recipe Italian Fried Chicken.
• Remove the bones and skin from the breasts and slice, in half, lengthwise. Pound the 4 pieces between sheets of plastic wrap to flatten them, about 1/4-inch thick. Sprinkle with poultry seasoning and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Coat the chicken with the flour, shaking off any excess.
• In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the oil and butter. Mix together and when the butter has melted add the chicken, working in batches, until they are golden brown, about 4 to 6 minutes per side. Remove the chicken, to a serving platter, cover and keep warm. Add the chicken broth to the pan and cook it over high heat until it reduces by half and thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Stir in the lemon juice, parsley and basil. Taste, and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper, if needed. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken serve with the Roasted Garlic and Mushroom Risotto.

ITALIAN STYLE FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• 1. Wash and pat dry chicken breasts. Slice each breast into thin pieces, I cut the breasts in a diagnal slice. Start heating your olive oil in skillet.
• 2. Mix water and egg with whisk in flat bowl for dipping. Dip each chicken slice in water-egg mixture. Then press in bread crumbs. I salt pepper and garlic salt them now. Then put in heated oil. Fry each piece for a few minutes til golden brown and turn cooking other side same. It is a continuous thing dipping, breading and frying as about one breast sliced will fill most skillets.
• 3. Place the done fried chicken slices on a plate covered in a paper towel to absorb excess oil. Keep warm while frying up other breasts.

FRIED CHICKEN, ITALIAN STYLE, MILLIE'S

Steps:

• 1. Place chicken in a bag and pound it, so that the thickness is even. (about 1/4 inch thick or so)
• 2. In a shallow bowl (I like to use a pie plate) add the bread crumbs, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, garlic & onion powder and crushed red pepper. Mix well
• 3. Put flour in another shallow bowl or plate. Next beat egg with the water in yet another shallow dish. Line them up, flour, egg wash then bread crumb mixture.
• 4. Add oil to skillet. Dip chicken in the flour, then egg wash and finally the bread crumbs.
• 5. If oil is hot, place chicken in skillet and fry for about 5 minutes each side or till completely cooked through. Drain on a rack or on a paper towel.

OVEN FRIED ITALIAN CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a large shallow dish combine melted butter with garlic, mustard and Worcestershire sauce.
• Combine bread crumbs, cheese, oregano, basil, paprika and parsley in a plastic bag.
• Dip the chicken pieces in he butter mixture, and then shake well in the crumb mixture.
• Arrange chicken pieces in a large shallow baking dish. Drizzle with the remaining butter mixture. Bake at 375 degrees F. for about 45 minutes or until done, basting occasionally.

OVEN-FRIED ITALIAN CHICKEN

Steps:

• 1. In a large, plastic zip-lock bag, mix salad dressing and garlic. Add chicken, seal the bag and turn it over seeveral times to coat the chicken. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight, turning occasionally.
• 2. Heat the oven to 425 F. Spray a shallow baking sheet with the cooking spray.
• 3. In another zip-lock bag, combine the breading ingredients and shake to combine well.
• 4. Remove chicken pieces one at a time from marinade and place it into the breading bag. Coat the chicken piece with breading and shake off the access. Place the chicken, bone-side down, on the prepared baking sheet. Continue with all of the chicken pieces.
• 5. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until the juice of the chicken is clear when cut into the thickest piece.

ITALIAN CHICKEN FRIED STEAK: BEEF MILANESE RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Steps:

• Prepare your breading station: Add flour and panko breadcrumbs in two separate, shallow dishes. In a third dish, beat the eggs with a pinch of salt. Dip each steak in flour, then egg, then panko, pressing the breadcrumbs into the meat to adhere. Set aside on a parchment-lined baking sheet to rest. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Shallow-fry the breaded steaks, in batches, for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy. Remove to a paper towel-lined plate to drain of excess oil. Season with salt and pepper while hot.

ITALIAN OVEN-FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a shallow baking dish, mix the bread crumbs and the Italian seasoning mix. Add salt and pepper if desired.
• Pour the buttermilk into a separate shallow baking dish.
• Dip chicken breasts in buttermilk, then toss in bread crumb mixture to coat.
• Arrange chicken breasts on a sprayed baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 400º oven for 35-40 minutes, or until chicken is thoroughly cooked.

PAN FRIED ITALIAN CHICKEN THIGHS

Steps:

• Pour the oil into a large stainless or cast-iron skillet over medium heat. (A non-stick skillet will work as well, although it isn't required.) Generously sprinkle the skin side of the chicken thighs with spices and then place them in the hot skillet, skin side down. Sprinkle the other side of the thighs and then, without moving them, cook uncovered* for about 20-25 minutes. Let them cook until the fat has rendered and the skin is deep golden brown and crisp; this could take as long as 30 minutes. If the skin is sticking to the pan, it likely isn't finished on that side. Reduce the heat as needed if the skin starts to burn before it is evenly golden brown. Turn the thighs over and continue to cook for about 20 more minutes. When the meat closest to the bone is cooked through, the chicken is done. Enjoy!

ITALIAN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• mix the flourand bread crubs on a plate.
• break the eggs and stir thoroughly.
• dip the chicken peices in the eggs.
• then role chicken in the bread crumb an flour mix until completely covered and fry.

FRIED CHICKEN LEGS IN ITALIAN PANKO BREADING

Steps:

• I always remove the skin from my chicken before cooking. You don't have to remove it, but it is healthier that way. I rinse the chicken legs with cold water, then lay on a plate with paper towels to absorb most of the water. I mix the Panko with the pepper, chicken seasoning, and paprika. I place all of the panko in a large tupperware dish with a cover. I then add the chicken to the tupperware, cover the top and shake till the chicken is evenly coated. I have already begun to heat the coconut oil at medium heat. I place each piece of chicken in the pan, and low fry on each side for about 8 minutes each side. I then cover the frying pan, and fry at medium heat for about 5 minutes each side, to keep the juiciness of the chicken. I then turn the heat up to high and fry on both sides till crispy and the fork comes out easy from the meaty part of the chicken leg. It only takes about 40 minutes total to cook.
• I have previously share my homemade noodle recipe, so you can obtain it from here. But now, I have added a picture.

ITALIAN PANKO "FRIED" CHICKEN

Steps:

• Heat oven to 450. Place a rack on a baking sheet and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
• Whisk together egg whites and mustard in a shallow dish. In a second dish, blend the panko and cheese. Place the flour in a third dish.
• Coat the chicken with the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip in the egg mixture and then coat well with the panko. Place on prepared rack.
• Bake at 450 for 15 minutes and turn over. Bake additional 10 minutes or until internal temperature registers 160 on an instant read thermometer. Run under broiler for 1 minute if you wish to lightly brown.
• Serve with heated marinara sauce. Accompany with cooked french fries and prepared cole slaw, if desired.