Country-Fried Chicken with Salad

Step 1

Set out 3 bowls. In the first, crack the egg. Season with salt & pepper & whisk it. Add a pinch of cayenne or chili powder for kick (optional)!

Step 2

In the second bowl, add the flour. In the third, the breadcrumbs.

Step 3

Dip the chicken in the flour bowl first. Then, dredge it in the egg. Transfer to the breadcrumbs & thoroughly coat on both sides.

Step 4

For a thicker breading, dip again in the egg & breadcrumbs.

Step 5

Add oil to frying pan & heat over medium-high heat. When the oil glistens & is nice and hot, add the chicken.

Step 6

Pan fry the chicken for about 4 minutes on the first side & 3 minutes on the second. Be sure it's cooked through but also cooked to your liking.

Step 7

Transfer the chicken to a paper towel covered plate to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Place fresh baby spinach on the plate. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over top. Season with salt & pepper. Drizzle with olive oil (optional).

Step 9

Cut chicken into strips. Serve alongside the bed of spinach & enjoy!