Spicy Fried Chicken with Plantain Chips (Poulet Frit Pimenté avec Chips de Banane Plantain)
Poulet Frit Pimenté avec Chips de Banane Plantain is a popular dish in Benin, known for its flavorful and spicy fried chicken served with crispy plantain chips. This recipe combines the heat of the spices with the sweetness of the plantains for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 4 chicken thighs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 ripe plantains
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Preheat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- In a shallow dish, mix the flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- In another dish, beat the eggs.
- Dip each chicken thigh in the flour mixture, then the beaten eggs, and finally the breadcrumbs, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Fry the chicken thighs in the hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes per side.
- While the chicken is frying, peel the plantains and slice them thinly using a mandoline slicer.
- Fry the plantain slices in the hot oil until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per batch.
- Once the chicken and plantains are cooked, drain them on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve the spicy fried chicken with the crispy plantain chips and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 25 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 350 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 30g
- Fat
- 15g
Supplies
Large skillet Shallow dish Another dish Mandoline slicer Paper towels
Tools
Knife Tongs Slotted spoon
Serving suggestions
Serving suggestions: Serve the Poulet Frit Pimenté avec Chips de Banane Plantain with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables.
Tips & tricks
Tips: Adjust the level of spiciness by increasing or decreasing the amount of cayenne pepper in the flour mixture.
Cost
$15