Description
Crispy Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that offers a mouthwatering crunch with every bite. This recipe captures the essence of Southern cooking, featuring golden-brown pieces that are perfectly seasoned and juicy on the inside. With minimal ingredients and straightforward steps, you can create a delightful dish that’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Imagine serving this crispy delight alongside creamy mashed potatoes or tangy coleslaw—it’s sure to impress everyone at the table. Whether you’re a novice cook or an experienced chef, follow this foolproof recipe to savor the joy of homemade fried chicken that will have your loved ones coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
- Skin-on chicken pieces (drumsticks or thighs)
- All-purpose flour
- Cornstarch
- Seasonings (salt, pepper, paprika)
- Buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Rinse chicken pieces under cold water and pat dry.
- Marinate in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture after removing it from buttermilk.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry coated chicken pieces for 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F/74°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: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 90mg