Crispy Fried Chicken
A nostalgic recipe for crispy fried chicken with a flavorful buttermilk marinade and a perfectly crunchy coating.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 90 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken pieces (legs or breasts)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Begin by marinating the chicken in a generous cup of buttermilk for at least one hour (preferably overnight).
- In a spacious bowl, combine the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and a good pinch of salt and pepper.
- Once the chicken has soaked, remove it from the buttermilk, allowing the excess to drip off. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, coating every inch.
- In a deep pan, heat enough oil over medium-high heat to submerge the chicken halfway.
- Carefully place the dredged chicken into the hot oil and fry on one side for about 12-15 minutes until golden brown. Flip and cook the other side until crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil and serve hot.
Notes
For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken in buttermilk and then in the flour mixture. Use a meat thermometer to ensure perfect doneness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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