Amazing Fried Chicken
A nostalgic recipe for crispy fried chicken marinated in buttermilk, perfect for family gatherings.
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 80 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken pieces (legs or breasts)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
- In a large bowl, mix together flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat, ensuring 1-2 inches for optimal frying.
- Remove the marinated chicken, dredge each piece in the flour mixture.
- Fry the chicken in the hot oil until golden brown, about 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
For a spicy kick, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture. Marinate longer for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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