Chicken Crunch with Creole Mustard Sauce
Description: This iconic recipe hails from the renowned Planet Hollywood restaurant, a dish cherished by many and often recreated in home kitchens. The chicken is coated in a crunchy cereal crust, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite, while the accompanying Creole Mustard Sauce adds a flavorful kick that elevates the dish to a whole new level. Perfect for weeknight dinners or whenever you’re craving a delicious homemade meal that’s bursting with flavor.
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour and 20 minutes
- Servings: 5
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 10 | flour |
| 9 | onion powder |
| 1 | garlic powder |
| 2 | pepper |
| 2 | eggs |
| 1 | milk |
| 6 | creole mustard |
| 1 | scallions |
| 1 | garlic |
| 1 1/2 | onion |
| 2 | celery |
| 2 | green pepper |
| 1 | mayonnaise |
| 2 | yellow mustard |
| 1/2 | horseradish |
| 1/2 | red wine vinegar |
| 1/2 | water |
| 1 | cider vinegar |
| 1/4 | Worcestershire sauce |
| 2 | Tabasco sauce |
| 2 | salt |
| 1 | cayenne pepper |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 1153.4
- Fat Content: 16.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 6.6g
- Cholesterol Content: 317.2mg
- Sodium Content: 1353.5mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 194.1g
- Fiber Content: 11g
- Sugar Content: 33.2g
- Protein Content: 59.2g
Instructions:
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 325°F.
- Grind cereals into fine crumbs and transfer them into a shallow dish.
- In another dish, combine flour, onion powder, garlic powder, and pepper, creating a seasoned flour mixture.
- In a bowl, whisk together eggs and milk to create an egg wash.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in the seasoned flour mixture, then dip it into the egg wash, ensuring it’s evenly coated.
- Next, coat the chicken in the cereal crumbs, pressing gently to adhere the crumbs to the chicken.
- Fry the chicken in the hot oil for approximately 3-1/2 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
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Prepare the Creole Mustard Sauce:
- In a blender, combine creole mustard, scallions, garlic, onion, celery, green pepper, mayonnaise, yellow mustard, horseradish, red wine vinegar, water, cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco sauce, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Blend the ingredients until smooth and well combined, about 1 minute.
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Serve:
- Plate the fried chicken pieces and serve them alongside the Creole Mustard Sauce for dipping.
- Enjoy the crunchy exterior of the chicken paired with the flavorful kick of the sauce, a combination that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds.
- Additionally, leftover sauce can be used as a dip for vegetables and crackers, making it a versatile accompaniment to various snacks.
Tips:
- To achieve maximum crunchiness, ensure the oil is at the correct temperature before frying the chicken.
- For a spicier sauce, adjust the amount of Tabasco sauce and cayenne pepper according to your preference.
- This recipe yields plenty of sauce, so feel free to store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for future use. It pairs well with a variety of dishes, from sandwiches to grilled meats.
- Experiment with different types of cereal crumbs for the coating to add variety and texture to the dish.
- To make this recipe more suitable for a weeknight meal, you can prepare the sauce in advance and store it in the refrigerator until ready to serve.
