Stop right there. Do not drop frozen chicken into hot oil. That’s a science fair volcano in your kitchen.
It will splatter, burn you, and create a greasy, dangerous mess. Thaw it completely first.
Or use pre-cooked frozen chicken (like nuggets). Those only need 3 to 5 minutes to warm through.
The Resting Game
A final piece of gold: let your fried chicken rest on a wire rack after frying.
Not on paper towels. Paper towels trap steam and make the crust soggy. A rack lets air circulate.
Give it 3 to 5 minutes. The crust stays crackly, and the inside finishes cooking gently. Worth the wait.
