Fried Chicken Dishes

Also known as dry-frying, karaage is a Japanese cooking technique in which various foods are first lightly coated in arrowroot starch, then deep-fried. The use of arrowroot starch preserves the natural water content of fried foods and pro... READ MORE

The most popular food of the Southern cuisine, fried chicken is the theme of many arguments where everyone involved seems to have a favorite, be it what their mothers used to make, a cult roadside eatery, or a bygone restaurant. However, it is uni... READ MORE

In its basic form, Indonesian-style fried chicken consists of chicken cuts, preferably bone-in pieces such as thighs and drumsticks, which are marinated in spices, then shortly braised before being fried until golden and crispy. The marinade is ty... READ MORE

A traditional dish of the Cantonese cuisine, crispy fried chicken consists of chicken that is first steamed and dried, then deep-fried in a special way so that the skin remains extremely crunchy, and the meat underneath gets tender. The chicken is... READ MORE

This Taiwanese classic consists of bite-sized pieces of chicken that are primarily marinated in a flavorful combination of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, rice wine, and various spices. The pieces are then coated in potato or corn starch and deep-fried... READ MORE

Chicken Kyiv consists of a boned, flattened chicken breast that is rolled around chilled herb butter, breaded, and then fried. Although the dish is very popular, no one knows where it came from or how it got its name, and there are numerous contra... READ MORE

Chicken 65 is a classic poultry dish with origins in Chennai, India. It consists of deep-fried chicken that is marinated in ginger, lemon, red chiles, and a variety of other spices. There are a few theories about the origin of chicken 65. The most... READ MORE

Chicken katsu is a traditional dish and a type of katsu. It's made by dredging tender chicken breast in flour, eggs, and panko breadcrumbs, then frying the cutlets in hot oil until they become golden and crunchy. Although chicken breast is the mos... READ MORE

This Indonesian dish consists of pieces of fried chicken that are served coated in sambal, a popular chili paste. The word penyet from the name of this dish means to press or push, referring to the preparation m... READ MORE

Orange chicken is an American-Chinese dish that was invented as a variation on General Tso's chicken. The dish consists of battered chicken that is fried with sweet and sour orange and chili sauce. In the United States, a chain restaurant called <... READ MORE

Hot chicken is a signature dish of Nashville, Tennessee, traditionally consisting of chicken parts that are fried in cayenne pepper paste until they develop a rusty red color. It is usually served on slices of white bread with sliced pickles or co... READ MORE

Pozharsky cutlet is a traditional dish originating from the 19th century. It is named after prince Pozharsky, who was having important guests for dinner at the time. As there was no veal, his guests' favorite, the prince ordered the chefs to make ... READ MORE

The Viennese version of fried-chicken initially appeared in the 18th century and was especially esteemed during the Biedermeier period. The dish consists of a whole chicken, preferably smaller in size, which is generously rubbed with spices and le... READ MORE

Pica pollo refers to Dominican-style fried chicken that is often eaten with a side dish of fried plantains and paired with a refreshing beverage on the side — usually beer or Coke. The freshness of the chicken comes from lemon juice in which... READ MORE

Kai thot takhrai is a Thai specialty consisting of fried chicken (usually wings or legs) that is served alongside crispy lemongrass. The dish is typically made with the skin intact and (optionally) bone-in chicken pieces that are soaked in a marin... READ MORE

Chicken parmigiana is a poultry dish consisting of breadcrumbs-coated chicken breasts that are topped with tomato sauce and cheese, then baked until the cheese melts and the chicken is properly cooked. Although it has an Italian-sounding name, chi... READ MORE

General Tso’s chicken is a Chinese-American sweet and spicy dish consisting of chicken dices that are first deep-fried, then stir-fried together with ginger, garlic, scallions, and hot chili peppers in a sauce made from sugar, soy sauce, ric... READ MORE

Sesame chicken is an American-Chinese dish made by deep-frying deboned and battered chicken pieces which are then dressed with a thick, translucent, sweet sauce consisting of chicken broth, sugar, corn starch, and vinegar or sake. The dish is addi... READ MORE

Chicken tenders is a dish of breaded and fried strips of chicken coming from the pectoralis minor, located underneath the chicken breast. The meat is more tender, and when properly prepared, it should be moist and more tender than chicken fingers,... READ MORE

Ayam geprek is a popular Indonesian fried chicken dish that combines the crispiness of battered fried chicken with the bold, fiery punch of raw sambal (chili sauce). The name comes from the Javanese word geprek, which... READ MORE

Kotlet z piersi kurczaka is a Polish fried chicken breast cutlet, crispy on the outside and moist on the inside. The secret lies in pounding the chicken breast until it becomes very thin, which allows the meat to cook faster and to retain the mois... READ MORE

Having nothing in common with the actual buffalo nor the American bison, Buffalo wings are actually named after the place of their origin - Buffalo, New York. There are numerous stories about the origins of these mouth-watering chicken wings, but ... READ MORE

Fried chicken and waffles is an unlikely, but much loved pairing of sweet and salty flavors and soft and crunchy textures. The dish is thought to have originated with the African Americans in the South who rarely had a chance to eat chicken and wa... READ MORE

Popcorn chicken is an American dish consisting of tiny, bite-sized pieces of chicken that have been breaded or battered and deep-fried. The name of the dish refers to the small pieces of chicken that are reminiscent of popcorn after they have been... READ MORE

Parmo is a popular British dish consisting of a chicken cutlet that is deep-fried in breadcrumbs, covered in creamy sauce, and topped with anything from cheese and bacon to pepperoni and garlic sauce. The dish is traditionally served with a large ... READ MORE

Hat Yai is a traditional chicken dish originating from Thailand, also known as Southern Thai fried chicken. The origins of the dish are in the Hat Yai city in southern Thailand, hence the name. In order to prepare it, bone-in, skin-on chicken is m... READ MORE

Chicken fingers is an American invention consisting of strips of white poultry meat that are coated in breadcrumbs and deep-fried in hot oil. They are often served as an appetizer or a snack, although they can be consumed as a main meal, preferabl... READ MORE

Chargah is a Lahori chicken specialty made with marinated chicken that is traditionally steamed and then deep-fried until nicely colored and crispy. A whole skinless chicken is thoroughly coated with a flavor-packed mixture of spices, ginger, garl... READ MORE

Chicken nuggets are chicken products made from meat slurry that is breaded or battered, then baked or deep-fried. Although the dish is highly caloric, it used to be considered a healthy alternative to the beef that was already offered. The nuggets... READ MORE

Ayam masak merah is a Malaysian dish made with chicken pieces that are doused in a rich, spicy, and creamy tomato sauce. Chicken pieces are first fried, then simmered in a sauce consisting of tomatoes, chili peppers, onions, garlic, and various sp... READ MORE

When it first appeared in 1963 at the Grove Supper Club, Springfield-style cashew chicken was an instant success. As an attempt to merge the two worlds, chef David Leong, a Chinese immigrant, modified its native cuisine so that it would a... READ MORE

Teba shichimi is a traditional chicken dish originating from Japan. The dish is usually made with a combination of chicken wings, garlic, sake, lime juice, salt, and shichimi (Japanese spice mix with seven ingredients). The wings are mixed with sa... READ MORE

The name of this Singaporean dish translates as shrimp paste chicken. It consists of chicken wings (or drumsticks) that are dipped in a classic combination of eggs, flour, and starch, and a marinade consisting of shrimp paste, rice wine, ... READ MORE

Chicken sauce piquante is an American dish originating from Louisiana. It consists of chicken doused in a spicy gravy. Typical ingredients used in its preparation include flour, chicken, oil, onions, celery, bell peppers, tomatoes, jalapeño... READ MORE

Chicken Maryland is an American dish that is basically a combination of Southern fried chicken and cream gravy. The gravy is usually made with a mixture of flour, chicken stock, heavy cream, salt, and pepper. Although there is no definitive recipe... READ MORE

Toriten is a Japanese dish, specifically from the Oita Prefecture on Kyushu Island. It's a type of fried chicken, but unlike the more widely known karaage (Japanese fried chicken), toriten is characterized by its unique preparation and style. The ... READ MORE

Đùi gà bó xôi is a traditional poultry dish. It's made by wrapping chicken drumsticks in sticky rice, then deep-frying them in hot oil. Other ingredients include garlic, sugar, soy sauce, oyster sauce, five-spice powder,... READ MORE

Alabama white wings is a traditional dish originating from Alabama. The dish consists of barbecued chicken wings and a white barbecue sauce. The tangy sauce is based on mayonnaise and additional ingredients such as apple cider vinegar, garlic powd... READ MORE

Akoho misy sakamalao is a traditional chicken dish originating from Madagascar. The dish is usually made with a combination of chicken thighs, ginger, garlic, salt, and coconut oil. The chicken thighs are marinated in a mixture of ginger, garlic, ... READ MORE

Pohani V is a specialty of the Croatian city of Virovitica. What makes it unique is the shape of the chicken breast – it should be cut so that it looks like the letter V, which is, not accidentally, the first letter in the name of its city o... READ MORE

Wind sand chicken is a classic dish from Hong Kong that actually originated in Guangdong. It’s usually made with a combination of chicken pieces, salt, white pepper, cornflour, plain flour, cumin, sugar, garlic, and eggs. The chicken pieces ... READ MORE