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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken Ingredients
Method
Fried Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In another bowl, combine flour, cayenne pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Coat the Chicken
Remove chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing to adhere. Shake off excess flour.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). You can test the temperature by dropping a small amount of flour in the oil; it should sizzle.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add coated chicken pieces to the hot oil, working in batches if necessary. Fry for 15-18 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove chicken from oil and place on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite sides.