Oh honey, let me tell you about this mouthwatering fried chicken recipe that’ll have your family fighting over the last piece! Trust me, I’ve perfected this recipe through countless Sunday dinners, and it’s absolutely worth every minute spent in the kitchen.
The secret? It’s all in the buttermilk marinade and that perfectly seasoned coating that creates a crust so crispy, you’ll hear it from the next room. This isn’t your average fried chicken – this is the kind that’ll make your mama proud!
What You’ll Need:
– 8 pieces of chicken (I like using a mix of thighs and drumsticks)
– 2 cups buttermilk
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon paprika
– 2 teaspoons garlic powder
– 2 teaspoons onion powder
– 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you’re feeling spicy!)
– Salt and black pepper to taste
– Vegetable oil for frying
Let me walk you through this divine process:
1. First things first, darling – marinate that chicken in buttermilk for at least 4 hours (overnight if you’re a planning queen). Add a pinch of salt and pepper to the buttermilk for extra flavor.
1. In a large bowl, mix your flour with all those gorgeous seasonings. Don’t be shy with the seasoning – bland chicken is a sin in my kitchen!
1. Remove chicken from buttermilk (let excess drip off) and dredge in your seasoned flour mixture. For extra crispiness, double-dip: flour, buttermilk, flour again. Trust me on this one!
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1. Heat your oil to 350°F in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven. Pro tip: test the oil by dropping a tiny bit of flour – if it sizzles, you’re ready to go!
1. Carefully place your chicken pieces in the hot oil. Don’t overcrowd the pan – we’re not running a chicken spa here!
1. Fry for about 12-15 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
1. Place on a wire rack over paper towels to drain excess oil. Resist the urge to bite into it immediately (I know it’s hard, but those burns aren’t worth it!)
The result? Perfectly crispy, juicy, and flavorful fried chicken that’ll have everyone begging for seconds. Serve it up with your favorite sides – I personally love it with some honey drizzled on top (don’t knock it till you try it!)
Y’all, this recipe has never failed me, and I guarantee it’ll become your go-to fried chicken recipe too. The crunch when you bite into that crispy skin is absolutely everything!
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Until next time, happy frying, darlings! 💋🍗
