Fried Chicken (4) 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 buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully immersed. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Preparing the Breading
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a separate large bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well mixed.
Frying Chicken
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Dredge the Chicken
Remove chicken pieces from the marinade, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, coating well. Shake off excess flour.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces in the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary. Fry for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, 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 on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.
