Broasted Chicken: The History, Process, and Deliciousness Revealed
– Broasted chicken is made using a broaster pressure-fryer, which deep fries and pressure cooks at the same time.
– It is popular in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, Detroit, Michigan, and other parts of the Midwest.
– Broasters are usually large and expensive, so alternative cooking methods are provided in the article.
– The Instant Pot method may require testing to see if it can reach the proper frying temperature.
– The ingredients needed for broasted chicken include a whole chicken cut into pieces, buttermilk, salt, all-purpose flour, spices (turmeric, paprika, chili powder, black pepper), and frying oil (canola, peanut, or vegetable oil).
– The recipe starts with a buttermilk soak and requires some waiting time for the chicken to become crunchy and delicious.
– The article suggests serving the broasted chicken with various side dishes such as mashed potatoes and corn spoon bread.
– It also answers frequently asked questions about the difference between broasted chicken and fried chicken, the breading process, and how long leftover fried chicken can be stored in the refrigerator.
– Thurmont Kountry Kitchen in Maryland is known for its award-winning broasted chicken.
