Chicken Fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Marinating Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken breasts to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for best results.
Preparing the Breading
- 3
Mix the Dry Ingredients
In a separate shallow dish, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until evenly distributed.
Frying the Chicken
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, pour the vegetable oil and heat it over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of the flour mixture in; it should sizzle.
- 5
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing any excess buttermilk to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken breasts into the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 6-8 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 7
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite sides.