Fried Chicken Recipe
pimento cheese, siracha honey, spicy aioli, pickles
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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 chicken pieces and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Flour Mixture
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coat. Shake off any excess flour.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the chicken pieces in the hot oil. Fry for about 8-10 minutes on each side or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F / 75°C).
- 6
Prepare the Sriracha Honey
In a small bowl, mix together the sriracha and honey until well combined.
- 7
Prepare the Spicy Aioli
In another bowl, mix the mayonnaise and hot sauce until smooth.
- 8
Serve
Once the chicken is done, remove it from the oil and drain on paper towels. Serve with pimento cheese, sriracha honey, spicy aioli, and pickles on the side.