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Italian Pan Fried Chicken

Italian Fried Chicken,a delicious moist and tender chicken dish. Made with fresh Italian spices, fast and easy, the perfect weeknight recipe.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
40 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 340 kcal
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken legs, thighs or breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1½ teaspoons oregano
  • 1 pinch thyme
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • 3 sprigs rosemary (remove the leaves)
  • 1 clove garlic finely chopped
  • ½ cup water (more if needed)

Instructions

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  1. In a medium to large-sized frying pan add 2 tablespoons olive oil, then add the chicken, sprinkle with half of the ingredients oregano, thyme, salt, rosemary leaves and garlic turn the legs and sprinkle with the remaining ingredients. 
  2. Add the water and cover cook on high heat until boiling then lower heat to low / medium for approximately 35 minutes (check occasionally), check for doneness after 30 minutes, if cooked remove cover raise the heat and cook until water has evaporated. Once evaporated raise the heat and fry, turn the chicken pieces to brown on both sides. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Notes

  • You can check to make sure that chicken is done by using an instant-read thermometer, the chicken should be at least 165°F/74C when cooked.
  • You can check to make sure that chicken is done by using an instant-read thermometer, the chicken should be at least 165°F/74C when cooked.
  • Store the cooked leftover chicken in an airtight container or sealed plastic bag in the refrigerator. It should be stored and refrigerated within two hours of cooking. It will keep for up to four days in the fridge. Reheat on the stove or microwave.

Nutrition Information

Calories 340kcal (17%) Protein 21g (42%) Fat 27g (42%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 119mg (40%) Sodium 546mg (23%) Potassium 270mg (8%) Vitamin A 130IU (3%) Vitamin C 0.5mg (1%) Calcium 24mg (2%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 340

% Daily Value*

Calories 340kcal 17%
Protein 21g 42%
Fat 27g 42%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 119mg 40%
Sodium 546mg 23%
Potassium 270mg 6%
Vitamin A 130IU 3%
Vitamin C 0.5mg 1%
Calcium 24mg 2%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.