Hey there, foodies! Today, I’m super excited to share my absolute favorite crispy fried chicken recipe that’ll make your taste buds dance and your family beg for seconds! Trust me, I’ve perfected this recipe after countless attempts (and maybe a few smoke alarms), but now it’s absolutely divine! 🍗✨
Let me tell you, this isn’t your average fried chicken – this is the kind that’ll make you want to skip those fancy restaurant reservations and stay home instead. The secret? A special blend of seasonings and a double-dredging technique that creates the most magnificent golden-brown crust you’ve ever seen!
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 8 chicken pieces (I prefer a mix of thighs and drumsticks, but you do you, honey!)
– 2 cups buttermilk
– 3 cups all-purpose flour
– 2 tablespoons paprika
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder
– 1 tablespoon onion powder
– 2 teaspoons cayenne (or more if you’re feeling spicy like me 😉)
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– Vegetable oil for frying
Now, let’s get cooking! (Warning: This recipe might make you the most popular person at potlucks!)
1. First things first, marinate that chicken in buttermilk for at least 4 hours (overnight if you’re a planning queen like me). This is what makes the meat super tender and juicy!
1. Mix your flour and seasonings in a large bowl. Ladies, this is where the magic happens! Don’t be shy with those seasonings – we’re not making bland food in this kitchen!
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1. Remove chicken from buttermilk (let excess drip off) and dredge in your seasoned flour mixture. Then, dip it back in the buttermilk and dredge in flour again. This double-dredging is what gives you that incredible crunch!
1. Heat 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!
1. Fry chicken for about 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Don’t crowd the pan, honey – nobody likes a crowded dance floor, and your chicken needs space to get its groove on!
1. Let it rest on a wire rack over paper towels. This keeps the bottom from getting soggy (because soggy fried chicken is just sad 😢).
Y’all, when you bite into this chicken, the crunch is so loud your neighbors might think you’re breaking into a safe! The meat is perfectly juicy, and the seasoning blend is absolutely _chef’s kiss_ perfect!
Pairs beautifully with my honey butter biscuits (recipe coming soon – make sure you’re following me on Newsbreak so you don’t miss it!).
If you tried this recipe, please drop a comment below! I’d love to hear how it turned out and what your family thought. Did you add your own twist? Spice it up differently? Share your kitchen adventures with me! And don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for daily recipes that’ll make your family think you’ve been secretly taking cooking lessons!
Until next time, keep your oil hot and your seasoning game strong! 💁♀️✨
XOXO,
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P.S. If your kitchen doesn’t smell like heaven and your smoke detector didn’t go off at least once, did you even make fried chicken? 😉
