General Jane’s Honey-fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Marinate the Chicken
- 1
Combine Marinade Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, honey, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well combined.
- 2
Marinate Chicken
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Prepare the Breading
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- 4
Set Up Breading Station
Prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to place the breaded chicken pieces.
Bread the Chicken
- 5
Coat Chicken in Breading
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture until fully coated, shaking off any excess.
- 6
Place on Baking Sheet
Transfer the breaded chicken pieces to the prepared baking sheet and let them rest for about 15 minutes.
Fry the Chicken
- 7
- 8
Fry Chicken in Batches
Carefully add the chicken pieces to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 12-14 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 9
Drain Chicken
Remove the fried chicken from the oil using a slotted spoon and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.