Description
Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food, renowned for its crispy crust and succulent meat. This recipe guides you through marinating chicken in buttermilk, ensuring each piece stays juicy and flavorful. Coated with a perfectly seasoned flour mixture, the chicken is fried to golden perfection, delivering that satisfying crunch in every bite. Whether for family gatherings or casual dinners with friends, this dish is sure to impress and become the highlight of your meal. With easy-to-follow instructions, even novice cooks can master this classic Southern specialty and delight their taste buds. Prepare to indulge in this mouthwatering fried chicken that will leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds bone-in chicken pieces (thighs and drumsticks)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge in seasoned flour until fully coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken in batches for about 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/75°C).
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
- 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: 680mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 90mg