Description
A simple and comforting fried chicken recipe that’s perfect for busy weeknights, bringing warmth and nostalgia to the dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or breasts)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 2 hours, or overnight for deeper flavor.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, coat in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- Fry chicken pieces for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, checking the internal temperature at 165°F.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
For extra crunch, consider double-dipping the chicken in the flour mixture. Pair with sides like mashed potatoes or coleslaw for a delightful meal.
- Prep Time: 120 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 95mg