Description
Discover the ultimate comfort food with The Best Buttermilk Fried Chicken. This recipe yields perfectly crispy, golden-brown chicken that boasts a tender, juicy interior. The secret lies in marinating the chicken in a flavorful buttermilk mixture, which not only enhances moisture but infuses every bite with mouthwatering taste. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this dish will impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
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- 8 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken (thighs and legs preferred)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1½ teaspoon paprika
- 1½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1½ teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken by seasoning it with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Pour buttermilk over it and coat well. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight).
- Prepare the coating by whisking together flour and spices in a shallow dish.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot until it reaches around 340°F.
- Dredge each marinated chicken piece in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Fry in batches for about 15 minutes per piece or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 170°F).
- Drain on a wire rack to keep crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 90mg