Fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the cut chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or overnight for best results.
Preparing the Breading
- 3
Mix the Bread Crumb Coating
In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
Frying the Chicken
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the temperature by dropping in a small piece of bread; it should sizzle and turn golden brown.
- 5
Bread the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it's thoroughly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying them in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- 7
Drain the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.