Description
Crispy, golden Southern fried chicken with a perfect blend of spices and a crunchy coating.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Place chicken pieces in a bowl and cover with buttermilk. Let soak for at least 1 hour.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off, then coat in the flour mixture.
- Fry chicken in batches for 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-coat the chicken in flour.
- Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature for even frying.
- Let chicken rest 5 minutes before serving for juicier results.
- Prep Time: 1 hour 15 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (thigh)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
Keywords: fried chicken, southern food, crispy chicken, comfort food