_Sips coffee and gets ready to share my absolute favorite comfort food recipe_
Y’all, let me tell you about this mind-blowing crispy fried chicken that’ll make your taste buds dance and your family beg for seconds! This isn’t just any ordinary fried chicken – this is the recipe that made my mother-in-law finally admit I can cook (and that’s saying something! 😉).
The secret? A buttermilk marinade that’ll make your chicken so tender, it’ll fall right off the bone. Trust me, ladies and gents, once you try this method, you’ll never go back to regular fried chicken again.
What You’ll Need:
– 8 pieces of chicken (mix of thighs and drumsticks, because let’s be real – dark meat is where it’s at!)
– 2 cups buttermilk
– 2 tablespoons hot sauce (I use Frank’s, but you do you, honey!)
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder
– 1 tablespoon onion powder
– 2 teaspoons paprika
– 1 teaspoon cayenne (adjust if you’re feeling spicy!)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Vegetable oil for frying
Now, here’s where the magic happens…
First things first, mix that buttermilk with hot sauce in a large bowl. Season your chicken pieces generously with salt and pepper, then submerge them in the buttermilk mixture. Cover and let it hang out in the fridge overnight – this is non-negotiable, ladies! Good things come to those who wait! 💁♀️
(Hey, while that chicken’s marinating, why not follow me on Newsbreak for more drool-worthy recipes? I’ve got tons of kitchen secrets to share!)
The next day, combine your flour and seasonings in a shallow dish. Take each piece of chicken from the buttermilk (let the excess drip off), and dredge it in the flour mixture. Make sure you get all those nooks and crannies!
Heat your oil in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F. Don’t have a thermometer? Drop a pinch of flour in – if it sizzles and floats, you’re good to go!
Fry those babies for about 12-15 minutes per side, until they’re golden brown and cooked through. Don’t overcrowd the pan – we’re not running a chicken party here! Place them on a wire rack over paper towels to drain.
The result? Crispy, crunchy exterior with juicy, flavorful meat that’ll have everyone thinking you’ve been secretly training with professional chefs!
Pro tip: Serve with your favorite sides – I personally love some homemade mac and cheese and collard greens (recipes for those coming soon, wink wink!).
Listen, honey, if this recipe doesn’t get you marriage proposals or at least a few dinner invites, I don’t know what will! 😘
Don’t forget to drop a comment below and let me know how this recipe turned out for you! Did you add your own twist? Did it impress the in-laws? I want all the juicy details! And remember to follow me on Newsbreak for daily recipes that’ll make your kitchen the hottest spot in town!
Until next time, keep cooking and stay fabulous! 💋
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