Description
Fried chicken is a beloved dish that combines a crispy, golden-brown exterior with juicy, flavorful meat inside. This easy-to-follow recipe allows you to bring the heartwarming tastes of Southern cuisine right into your kitchen. Perfect for gatherings, picnics, or family dinners, this fried chicken will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
- Bone-in chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, wings)
- Whole buttermilk
- All-purpose flour
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt and pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- In a bowl, mix flour with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the seasoned flour mixture until well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken pieces in hot oil for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (100g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, double-dip the coated chicken in flour before frying. Experiment with spices like cayenne pepper or dried herbs for added flavor.