Description
Crispy Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that elevates any meal with its golden, crunchy exterior and juicy, flavorful meat. This crowd-pleaser brings back nostalgic memories of family gatherings and summer barbecues. Achieving the perfect crunch is effortless with a simple marinade of buttermilk and a seasoned flour coating that locks in moisture. Whether served alongside creamy mashed potatoes, tangy coleslaw, or fluffy cornbread, this crispy fried chicken promises to impress everyone at your table. Get ready to savor each bite of this mouthwatering classic that’s perfect for cozy dinners or festive celebrations.
Ingredients
- Chicken pieces (bone-in thighs, drumsticks, or wings)
- Buttermilk
- All-purpose flour
- Seasoning blend (salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk mixed with seasonings for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Set up a breading station by mixing flour with additional seasoning.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the seasoned flour and let it rest on a wire rack.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken in batches for 10-12 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°C).
- Drain on paper towels and let rest before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (85g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: - For extra crunchiness, try double-dipping the chicken in flour after an egg wash. - Use high-smoke-point oils like peanut or canola oil for frying.