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Listen up, foodies! Let me spill the tea on my absolutely divine fried chicken recipe that’s been passed down through generations (okay, maybe I perfected it after countless attempts in my kitchen, but who’s counting?). This isn’t your average drive-thru chicken – this is the kind of fried chicken that’ll have your family fighting over the last piece and your neighbors “coincidentally” dropping by during dinner time.
First things first, let’s gather our ingredients (because running to the store mid-recipe is SO not cute):
For the brine:
– 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
– 2 cups buttermilk
– 2 tablespoons hot sauce (I’m not judging if you add more!)
– 1 tablespoon garlic powder
– 1 tablespoon onion powder
– 2 teaspoons salt
For the coating:
– 2 cups all-purpose flour
– 1 tablespoon paprika
– 1 tablespoon black pepper
– 2 teaspoons garlic powder
– 2 teaspoons onion powder
– 1 teaspoon cayenne (adjust according to your spice tolerance, honey)
Now, here’s where the magic happens! 💁♀️
1. Mix your brine ingredients in a large bowl. Submerge your chicken pieces and let them hang out in the fridge overnight. Trust me on this one – patience is key!
1. The next day, combine your coating ingredients in a shallow dish. Give it a good mix – we want every bite to be perfectly seasoned!
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1. Remove chicken from brine (don’t rinse!) and let excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, making sure to get into all those nooks and crannies.
1. Heat your oil to 350°F in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven. Pro tip: if you throw in a little piece of flour and it sizzles, you’re good to go!
1. Fry your chicken in batches (don’t overcrowd, ladies – we’re not hosting a pool party in there) for about 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
1. Place on a wire rack to drain excess oil. Season with a little extra salt while hot (because we’re worth it! 💁♀️).
The result? Crispy, juicy, perfectly seasoned fried chicken that’ll make your grandma proud and your friends jealous. The outside should be crackling crispy, while the inside stays tender and juicy – it’s basically chicken perfection!
Y’all, I cannot stress enough how this recipe is a total game-changer. If you’ve been disappointed by bland, soggy fried chicken before, this recipe is your new BFF.
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Until next time, keep cooking and stay sassy! XOXO
