The frying time for chicken depends on the cut and cooking method:
- Pan-frying chicken breasts typically takes about 9-14 minutes total: 5-7 minutes on the first side, then 4-7 minutes on the second side, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Deep frying chicken pieces involves frying for 2-3 minutes per side to brown, then reducing heat and cooking covered for about 25 minutes, followed by frying uncovered again to achieve a deep golden brown. The total time is roughly 30 minutes for bone-in pieces, with an internal temperature of 165°F to ensure doneness.
- Another method for skillet frying chicken wings or pieces is about 15 minutes for wings; larger pieces like thighs or legs require longer, around 12-14 minutes for dark meat and 8-10 minutes for white meat, at an oil temperature of about 325°F.
- For deep frying, maintain oil around 325°F, fry chicken about 12-18 minutes, and check with a meat thermometer to confirm 165°F internal temperature.
In summary, the key is to cook the chicken until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C), with frying times ranging from about 9 minutes (thin breasts pan-fried) up to 30 minutes (bone-in pieces deep-fried), depending on the method and size of the pieces.
