# Yogurt Fried Chicken This Crispy Chicken Recipe is Infused With Healthy Yogurt and Parsely By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-05-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yogurt-fried-chicken References: [thepioneerwoman](http://thepioneerwoman.com/cooking/2008/08/crispy-yogurt-chicken/) This recipe for yogurt fried chicken adds a fresh twist on an American classic. The meal is made from chicken legs, unflavored yogurt and parsley ingredients and is infused with a hint of fresh lemon juice, garlic and crispy bread crumbs. Once mixed with fresh parsley and garlic, your yogurt fried chicken base is ready. Dip your fresh meat into the mixture and coat with bread crumbs. Once ready, add small butter squares to each of your chicken pieces and fry at a high temperature until golden brown. This yogurt-infused recipe for crispy chicken is a healthier take on the classic American meal and replaces butter and heavy cream with plain and unflavored yogurt. The recipe is a hybrid between taste and nutrition and will appeal to traditional food fans who are looking for healthier versions of their favorite meals. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Health-conscious Comfort Foods:** There is a potential opportunity for developing healthier versions of traditional comfort foods that appeal to a growing health-conscious market. - **Yogurt Infusion:** The use of yogurt as an ingredient in various dishes and recipes can be a trend to capitalize on for businesses in the dairy and food industry. - **Alternative Coatings:** Exploring different coatings and batters for fried foods can lead to the discovery of unique flavors and textures that appeal to customers looking for new and exciting tastes. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Dairy Industry:** Partnering with restaurants and food manufacturers to create yogurt-based recipes and products can expand the reach and appeal of dairy products beyond traditional offerings. - **Food Manufacturing:** Incorporating healthier ingredients and preparation methods in the manufacturing process of prepared foods can help the industry adapt to the growing demand for healthier options. - **Fast-food Chains:** Developing and incorporating healthier options in their menus, particularly alternative coatings for fried food, can attract a wider customer base and cater to the changing tastes and preferences of consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Restaurant-Inspired Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yo-crispy-chicken-kits.md) - [Flavorful Asian Chicken Items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoshinoya.md) - [Dairy-Free Chicken Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fry-the-coop.md) - [Frozen Yogurt Bark Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benna-yogurt-bark.md) - [Air-Fried Chicken Tenders](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/true-crispd-chicken.md) - [Korean-Style Crunchy Chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sobaba-crunchy-glazed-chicken.md) - [Ranch Seasoned Fried Chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kickn-ranch-fried-chicken.md) - [Libation-Friendly Fried Chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-japan-ninniku-crispy.md) - [Dry Yogurt Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dry-yogurt.md)