{"id":5569,"date":"2021-08-18T19:22:59","date_gmt":"2021-08-18T19:22:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterfood.co\/?p=5569"},"modified":"2022-09-02T00:36:58","modified_gmt":"2022-09-02T00:36:58","slug":"can-you-fry-chicken-without-flour","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterfood.co\/can-you-fry-chicken-without-flour\/","title":{"rendered":"Can You Fry Chicken Without Flour? [Full How-To Guide + FAQs]"},"content":{"rendered":"
Are you dreaming of enjoying juicy and crisp fried chicken for dinner?<\/p>\n
Fried chicken is the epitome of southern comfort food. Further, it\u2019s easy to make and tastes great with dips, sauces, or simply plain. <\/p>\n
Frying in oil provides a rich flavor and crispy texture to every food you use. Breading gives your chicken a crusty exterior while keeping the inside moist. Unfortunately, the coating is usually all-purpose flour which contains gluten<\/a>.<\/p>\n Maybe you want to avoid gluten? Or you\u2019ve run out of flour and still need to crisp a chicken for your meal?<\/p>\n There are several ways you can fry the chicken without flour \u2014 gluten-free or otherwise. If you\u2019re looking for alternative ways to coat your chicken, read on.<\/p>\n \n You can avoid using flour to fry chicken by using one of these methods: <\/p>\n When you deep fry chicken without a coating, the results may not be exactly what you want. But there is a way to get the same crispy crust without using all-purpose or gluten-free flours.<\/p>\n You can use a combination of egg or buttermilk and cheese or breadcrumbs to get a similar result with deep frying.<\/p>\n If you\u2019re wondering how to fry chicken without eggs and breading or how to store leftover fried chicken, keep reading to find the answers to make the best fried chicken. <\/p>\n Related: Can You Eat Chicken Left Out Over Night?<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n \n You can achieve this effect by dipping the chicken pieces in an egg wash and then dredging them with breadcrumbs or grated cheese. (Go for egg and cheese to make this recipe keto-friendly!)<\/p>\n Make this tempura-style fried chicken by ditching the flours.<\/p>\n \n Tip: Choose your favorite gluten-free bread and run it through your food processor<\/a> (or blender<\/a>) to make your own gluten-free breadcrumbs!<\/p>\n \n Another excellent method to get a crispy fried chicken is to use buttermilk. This method works best in the oven or as a shallow fry.<\/p>\n \n Need a new frying pan? Read our review of Ceramic VS. Teflon Cookware<\/a>.<\/p>\n \n If you aren\u2019t interested in using breading or buttermilk, you can still fry chicken with other flour substitutes.<\/p>\n \n Mix cornflour (cornstarch<\/a>) with a bit of water to create a thin batter to marinate your chicken. This is a fail-proof coating method for deep frying the chicken.<\/p>\n Gluten-free flours help you get the same level of crispiness as regular fried chicken. <\/p>\n You can use: <\/p>\n The only downside is that some of these flours react differently to heated oils. Keep an eye on your chicken pieces or cutlets to prevent them from burning.<\/p>\n \n If you don\u2019t want to use any of these coatings, you can fry the chicken with simple marinades made with herb or spice seasonings and salt. Don\u2019t forget to keep the chicken skin on and use thinner cuts for best results.<\/p>\n While this Jamaican method may or may not work with deep frying, you can shallow fry in a skillet, bake in an oven, or fry in an air fryer.<\/p>\n \n 1. Mix salt and spice or herbs in a large bowl.<\/p>\n 2. Marinate the chicken pieces in it for 30-60 minutes.<\/p>\n 3. Shallow fry or bake in an oven or air fryer.<\/p>\n \n The cooking time depends on the method you use and the thickness of the cuts.<\/p>\n \n Got leftover fried chicken? Why not make chicken salad? Then freeze it<\/a> for a quick and easy lunch at a later date!<\/p>\n \n Your chicken was crispy after you fried it, but soon you noticed the coating falling off. <\/p>\n Overcrowding in the pan is the main reason the coating doesn\u2019t stick. Keep space between the pieces.<\/p>\n Another way to avoid this is to flip the chicken while it’s cooking.<\/p>\n Better still, remove excess breading to decrease the chances of it coming off. Don\u2019t forget to pat your chicken after breading to ensure it sticks.<\/p>\n \n You can make crunchy and mouth-watering fried chicken without the use of regular flour. There are ingredient substitutes and cooking methods you can use to achieve the same crispiness.<\/p>\n Egg wash, buttermilk, marinades, and breadcrumbs will get you the crunchy effect you love.<\/p>\n For more tasty chicken dishes, check out the \u201crecipes<\/a>\u201d section of our blog!<\/p>\n \n More kitchen tips and tricks to improve your fried chicken experience!<\/p>\n \n If you store fried chicken in an airtight container, it will remain fresh for two to three days in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n We recommend that you reheat in the oven for 20 minutes at 325\u00ba F (160\u00baC) before serving it.<\/p>\n \n This answer depends on what stage of food prep you\u2019re at.<\/p>\n Double dip it in egg wash or buttermilk to make it extra crispy. This method will help keep the crunchiness for longer.<\/p>\n Freeze the marinated chicken overnight and fry without thawing. This cold chicken reacts with the hot oil to add another layer of crispiness.<\/p>\n Cover the chicken with foil or store it in an airtight container in the fridge within two hours of frying.<\/p>\n \n If you want to deep-fry the chicken, breading gets you the crispiest crust. (And it\u2019s undeniably delicious.)<\/p>\n However, if you\u2019re interested in making this dish healthier, using no breading and less oil will cut down on calories from fats and carbs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Are you dreaming of enjoying juicy and crisp fried chicken for dinner? Fried chicken is the epitome of southern comfort food. Further, it\u2019s easy to make and tastes great with dips, sauces, or simply plain. Frying in oil provides a rich flavor and crispy texture to every food you use. Breading gives your chicken a … Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":5604,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[30,39,16],"tags":[],"yoast_head":"\nCan You Fry Chicken Without Flour? <\/h2>\n
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How to Fry Chicken With Egg and Bread?<\/h2>\n
Breadcrumb Fried Chicken Recipe<\/h3>\n
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How to Fry Chicken using Buttermilk?<\/h2>\n
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe<\/h3>\n
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Can You Fry Chicken with Other Flour Substitutes?<\/h2>\n
Gluten-Free Fried Chicken<\/h3>\n
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Can You Fry Chicken Using Marinades?<\/h2>\n
Jamaican Style Fried Chicken<\/h3>\n
How To Know When Your Fried Chicken is Done?<\/h2>\n
Chicken Frying Cheat Sheet<\/h3>\n
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How To Make Sure the Breading Sticks to My Fried Chicken?<\/h2>\n
Final Thoughts<\/h2>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n
How To Store Leftover Fried Chicken?<\/h2>\n
How Do I Keep My Fried Chicken Crispy?<\/h2>\n
Before Cooking:<\/h3>\n
After It\u2019s Cooked:<\/h3>\n
Is Breading Better Than No Flour?<\/h2>\n