Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe
Half chicken, served crisp and delicious. Includes your choice of baked potato, steak fried potatoes or side of spaghetti with a hot mini loaf of bread and our famous salad bar.
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Ingredients
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Chicken and Breading
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a large bowl, soak the halved chicken in buttermilk for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator for best results.
- 2
Make the Breading
In another bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 4
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil, skin side down. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Cook for about 10-12 minutes on each side or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your choice of sides.
