Kittencal's Extra-crispy Fried Chicken Breast

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 20 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 30 saltine crackers, crushed
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons instant potato flakes
• 1 teaspoon seasoning salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon dried italian seasoning
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper (to taste) (optional)
• 1 large egg, beaten
• vegetable oil (as needed)
• 4 -6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts

Recipe

• 1 in a large resealable bag place the crushed cracker crumbs with the next 7 dry ingredients; mix well to combine.
• 2 place the egg in a shallow dish.
• 3 heat oil in a heavy skillet over medium-high heat, using enough oil to generously cover the bottom of the skillet.
• 4 dredge the chicken breasts one at a time into the egg allowing any excess egg to drip off.
• 5 place the breast (one at a time) into the bag and shake to coat with the crumb mixture.
• 6 place the coated breasts onto a plate.
• 7 reduce the heat to medium.
• 8 cook the breasts in the skillet for 12-15 minutes turning frequently until golden brown and cooked through.