Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food experience with this crispy fried chicken recipe. Each piece is perfectly seasoned and coated, ensuring a golden-brown crust that crackles with every bite. Marinated in buttermilk for maximum tenderness, this dish strikes the perfect balance between juicy meat and crunchy exterior.
Ingredients
- Bone-in chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, or breasts)
- Buttermilk
- All-purpose flour
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Cooking oil (vegetable or peanut)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk mixed with salt and pepper overnight for optimal flavor.
- Drain excess liquid from marinated chicken, then dredge each piece in seasoned flour until thoroughly coated.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully fry chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 10-12 minutes per side.
- Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Drain on paper towels before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (approx. 140g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg