Description
A heartwarming recipe for crispy and tender fried chicken, perfect for busy families and comforting meals.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken pieces (legs, thighs, breasts)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
- In a large bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until evenly mixed.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- Set aside coated chicken pieces for a few minutes to allow the coating to rest.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
Marinating overnight enhances tenderness. Monitor oil temperature closely while frying to ensure a crispy crust.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg