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Italian Pan Fried Chicken

By: Rosemary Published: May 20, 2019 Updated on: June 27, 2019

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Italian Fried Chicken, pan fried in a little olive oil and a few Italian spices, makes this a quick and easy chicken dinner idea for any day of the week! Everyone will love it.

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  • Is Pan Fried Chicken Healthy?
  • How to make Italian Pan Fried Chicken
  • How do you know when Chicken is cooked?
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Italian Fried Chicken, one of my family’s favourite dinners. If you are looking for something quick and easy and so good, then this is it. No need for any heavy bread covered chicken, just a few spices and pan frying!

What a wonderful Saturday I spent with my husband and my two daughters. After much planning, almost 10 years, we finally got our act together and went to visit some friends in one of the most beautiful provinces in Italy. A place called Viterbo and the town we visited is called Soriano once again I put on my walking shoes and played tourist to take in this “take your breath away”  beautiful town.

Ahhh but one thing I love about Italy is that Italians love to stop two or three times during their walk for a cold drink or better yet a gelato. And gelato I ate. It never seems to amaze me that in Italy even an abandoned building has its beauty. These small towns are wonderful, there were so many people out and about and so many different festivals, music, magic shows, take your pick.

 

Soriano

ORSINI CASTLE 13TH CENTURY

Soriano

La Fonte Papacqua

If you ever visit Italy be sure to take a side trip to Viterbo! It is not a big secret that besides gelato I absolutely love Pasta. But I have to admit there are some meat dishes that I enjoy making and eating almost as much as pasta, and this Italian Fried Chicken is one of them.

Is Pan Fried Chicken Healthy?

Pan fried Chicken is healthier than deep fried with a bread or flour coating, so frying especially in a little olive oil with fresh spices is not unhealthy at all in my opinion.

pan fried chicken in a white baking dish, one piece on a fork

How to make Italian Pan Fried Chicken

  • Place a little olive oil in a pan,
  • Add the chicken pieces legs, thighs or breasts you decide, you can remove the skin if you want.
  • Sprinkle with a few spices including fresh rosemary, thyme and oregano.
  • Add a little water and simmer covered for about 20 minutes.
  • Then remove the lid turn up the heat and let it fry to perfection! So good.

How do you know when Chicken is cooked?

Chicken is cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 160 F using a meat thermometer be sure to check in the thickest part of the breast, they also say if you slice the meat and the juice runs clear it’s done.

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    What  Side Dishes to serve with Fried Chicken?

    Simple Italian Green Bean Toss

    Rosemary Roasted Potatoes

    Italian Roasted Vegetables

    A simple Salad

    This quick and easy Fried Chicken Recipe makes the perfect any night of the week meal. Buon Appetito!

    pan fried chicken in a white baking dish, one piece on a fork

    Italian Pan Fried Chicken

    Rosemary Molloy
    Italian Fried Chicken,a delicious moist and tender chicken dish. Made with fresh Italian spices, fast and easy, the perfect weeknight recipe.
    4.88 from 16 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 35 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Main Dish
    Cuisine Italian
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 340 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 4 chicken legs, thighs or breasts
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons oregano
    • pinch of thyme
    • 3/4 teaspoon salt
    • 3 sprigs rosemary (remove the leaves)
    • 1 clove garlic chopped
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1/2 cup water (more if needed)

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium to large-sized frying pan add 2 tablespoons olive oil, then add the chicken, sprinkle with half of the ingredients oregano, thyme, salt, rosemary leaves and chopped garlic turn the legs and sprinkle with the remaining ingredients. 
    • Add the water and cover cook on high heat until boiling then lower heat to low / medium for approximately 35 minutes (check occasionally), check for doneness after 30 minutes**, if cooked remove cover raise the heat and cook until water has evaporated. Turning to brown on both sides. Serve immediately. Enjoy!
    • ** you can check to make sure they are done by using an instant-read thermometer (the chicken should be at least 165°F when cooked)

    Nutrition

    Calories: 340kcalProtein: 21gFat: 27gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 119mgSodium: 546mgPotassium: 270mgVitamin A: 130IUVitamin C: 0.5mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1.2mg
    Keyword easy dinner recipe, fried chicken, Italian chicken, pan fried chicken
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    Republished from August 2014

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      1. Robert says

        October 30, 2022 at 9:18 am

        4 stars
        easy to make and tasty ! 4 stars for me !! Yaaay !!!

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        • Rosemary says

          November 1, 2022 at 4:45 pm

          Hi Robert, thanks so much, glad you liked it. Take care!

          Reply
      2. Chris says

        January 25, 2022 at 8:39 pm

        5 stars
        Add chopped fresh parsley, even better. Us chick n broth instead not water

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      3. Sharon Randall says

        January 2, 2020 at 2:14 am

        5 stars
        Great dish; so simple and quick to fix. My husband loved it. I doubled the garlic, just because.

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        • Rosemary says

          January 3, 2020 at 7:01 pm

          Hi Sharon, thanks so glad you both enjoyed it. Happy New Year!

          Reply
      4. Tayler Ross says

        May 14, 2018 at 9:10 pm

        5 stars
        I love the flavor of rosemary with chicken! The perfect weeknight meal!

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        • Rosemary says

          May 14, 2018 at 9:11 pm

          Hi Tayler, thanks so much.

          Reply
      5. Marisa Franca says

        May 14, 2018 at 8:21 pm

        5 stars
        Yum!! The chicken reminds me of my mamma. We used to have chicken every Sunday although she boned all meats. She then took the bones and made brodo. The cooking was simple Italian but the taste was phenomenal!! And I prefer the small towns in Italy to the large cities. I really enjoy talking to the people — they are all so friendly and they love to visit. Great recipe, like usual.

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        • Rosemary says

          May 14, 2018 at 9:13 pm

          Hi Marisa, thanks so much, my mother-in-law used to do that too! I know small towns in Italy are so beautiful. Have a great week.

          Reply
      6. Marge M says

        December 3, 2017 at 2:50 pm

        5 stars
        My mom had a Pizzaria back in the 60’s, and she made Italian fried chicken. It was delicious, and I look forward to cooking your recipe. They sound familiar. Thank you for sharing it. Marge M

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        • Rosemary says

          December 4, 2017 at 9:33 pm

          Hi Marge, oh good for your Mom, and I hope you enjoy the chicken. 🙂

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      7. Kelly says

        October 12, 2017 at 3:13 am

        5 stars
        Could you do this dish with chicken breast? If so what would the cook time be?

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        • Rosemary says

          October 12, 2017 at 9:23 am

          Hi Kelly, yes you can make it with chicken breasts, I would say go with the same time (they might need longer) check to make sure they are done by using an instant-read thermometer (the chicken should be at least 165°F when cooked). Hope that helps.

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          • Julie says

            October 13, 2017 at 3:14 pm

            5 stars
            Hi Rosemary – My mom also cooked lamb and rabbit this way. Rabbit is delicious this way – with sun dried tomatoes, pancetta, basil and potatoes. The potatoes come all sticky and golden.
            Love your website.

          • Rosemary says

            October 14, 2017 at 8:09 pm

            Hi Julie, my mother-in-law does it that way too and it’s really good. She also likes to add black olives. Thanks so much glad you enjoy it. Have a great weekend.

      8. Teresa says

        November 1, 2015 at 12:20 am

        I prepare it similarly with the olive oils, oregano, and garlic, but I add a leaf of basil, and pepper. What I change is that instead of water, I only add 1/4 cup of wine, and lower the heat; it will cook in very low heat for about 20 minutes and has its own gravy. I love it! I was surprised that the recipe I use at home would be so similar to the one used in Italy of all the places; I’m so happy, I love Italy.

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        • Rosemary says

          November 3, 2015 at 9:35 pm

          Hi Teresa, sounds delicious. I will have to try it. Thanks.

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      9. Stephanie says

        August 27, 2014 at 6:33 pm

        5 stars
        Looks incredible! Thank you so much for linking up at Tasty Tuesday! Your recipe has been pinned to the Tasty Tuesday Pinterest board! Please join us again this week!

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      10. Anna L says

        August 26, 2014 at 5:16 am

        5 stars
        This makes me hungry! Thank you for linking up to Creative K Kid’s Tasty Tuesdays. I pinned your recipe to the Tasty Tuesdays Pinterest Board.

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      11. Paola says

        August 19, 2014 at 9:45 am

        Ciao Rosemary, Soriano è molto carina. Mio fratello aveva una casa in questa deliziosa cittadina fino a poco tempo fa e ci andavamo spesso.
        Il pollo fritto è molto invitante, da provare sicuramente.
        Baci Paola!!!!

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        • rose says

          August 20, 2014 at 8:32 pm

          Ciao Paola, grazie mille! Soriano e’ un paesino molto molto carino e sono contenta di averlo visitato. Fammi sapere come ti viene il pollo quando lo fai! Baci Rosemary.

          Reply

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