Pan-Fried Whole Chicken
Crispy & Juicy Pan-Fried Whole Chicken: A Delicious Homemade Recipe
Say goodbye to ordering takeout chicken! This recipe shows you how to easily pan-fry a whole chicken right in your kitchen, achieving a wonderfully crispy exterior and a moist, tender interior. It’s perfect for special occasions or just elevating an everyday meal.
Main Ingredients- 1 whole chicken (approx. 1kg or 2.2 lbs)
- A little cooking oil (for greasing the pan)
Seasoning- 2 Tbsp salt
- A pinch of black pepper (to taste)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 2 Tbsp salt
- A pinch of black pepper (to taste)
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, rinse the chicken thoroughly under cold water and pat it completely dry with paper towels. To ensure even cooking and better flavor penetration, make shallow slits along the bone joints of the chicken using a sharp knife. This helps to flatten the chicken, allowing it to fit better in the pan and cook more evenly. If the chicken is particularly thick, you can butterfly it by cutting through the breast meat to create a flatter surface.
Step 2
In a small bowl, mix together the salt, black pepper, and minced garlic to create a seasoning paste. Rub this mixture generously all over the chicken, both inside and out, making sure to get some into the slits you made. Gently massage the seasoning into the meat. Heat a little cooking oil in a large frying pan over medium-low heat. Once the pan is warm, place the seasoned chicken in the pan, pressing it down to lie flat. Sear the chicken, turning occasionally, until it’s golden brown on all sides. Keep the heat moderate to prevent burning.
Step 3
Once the exterior of the chicken is nicely browned and starting to cook through, you can increase the heat slightly. Continue to cook, turning the chicken regularly, until it’s cooked through. To check for doneness, insert a skewer or the tip of a knife into the thickest part of the thigh (avoiding the bone). The juices should run clear. If the chicken is still pink inside, you can continue cooking. For faster and more thorough cooking, especially if the chicken is large, you can carefully cut it into serving pieces with kitchen shears once the outside is golden and then continue to pan-fry the pieces until fully cooked. Enjoy your delicious homemade roasted chicken!
