We've been testing out some fried chicken in the deep fat fryers but totally not pleased with the results. We've tried using a prepared breader, have tried to cut it with flour, have tried dipping in buttermilk etc. Problem is that frying it at 350 degrees...the breading BURNS long before the chicken gets done.
Any suggestions, recipes or advice will be greatly appreciated.
Do you think it's because the oil is not hot enough? I know 350 degrees is a good rule of thumb for pan frying but deep frying (so I've learned in the past) requires temperatures of up to 365 - 400 degrees.
Please don't take my word for it but my guess is it's a heat issue.