Pollo Fritto (Italian Fried Chicken)
Pollo fritto is a delicious dish of Italian fried chicken. It typically consists of chicken pieces that are coated in seasoned flour or breadcrumbs and then fried until crispy and golden brown.
Ingredients
- 8 chicken pieces bone-in, skin-on, (such as drumsticks wings and thighs)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure to coat each piece evenly.
- Heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the chicken pieces in the hot oil, skin side down. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan.
- Fry the chicken pieces for about 8-10 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, and serve hot.
- Enjoy!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
Nutrition
Calories: 615kcal (31%)Carbohydrates: 25g (8%)Protein: 46g (92%)Fat: 35g (54%)Saturated Fat: 10g (63%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 173mg (58%)Sodium: 744mg (32%)Potassium: 489mg (14%)Fiber: 1g (4%)Sugar: 0.2gVitamin A: 365IU (7%)Vitamin C: 5mg (6%)Calcium: 33mg (3%)Iron: 4mg (22%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
