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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken Ingredients
Method
Fried Chicken Directions
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and chicken pieces. Ensure the chicken is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Flour Mixture
In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper until well combined.
- 3
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and allow excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Shake off excess flour and set aside.
- 4
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches, avoiding overcrowding. Fry for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
- 6
Drain the Chicken
Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place it on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- 7
