Description
Homemade Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food, delivering a golden, crispy exterior and juicy, tender meat with every bite. This easy-to-follow recipe features chicken marinated in buttermilk for superior flavor and moisture, then coated in a seasoned flour blend for that irresistible crunch. Perfect for family gatherings or late-night cravings, this fried chicken will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 4 bone-in chicken drumsticks
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 2 cups peanut oil (for frying)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: Place chicken pieces in a bowl and cover with buttermilk. Let soak for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- 2. Prepare the coating: In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
- 3. Dredge the chicken: Allow excess buttermilk to drip off and coat each piece generously in the seasoned flour mixture.
- 4. Heat the oil: In a skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5. Fry the chicken: Place chicken in hot oil without overcrowding. Fry for about 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6. Drain and serve: Remove from oil and place on paper towels to drain excess grease. Serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, consider double-dipping the chicken before frying by coating it in buttermilk again and then re-coating in flour. Feel free to adjust seasonings according to your taste preferences; adding cayenne can give it a spicy kick.