Fried Chicken Recipe
Fried chicken drizzled with honey, a crowd favorite.
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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken Ingredients
Method
Fried Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- 3
Dredge the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. Set aside on a wire rack.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the chicken pieces to the hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for about 8-10 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried chicken from the oil and let it drain on paper towels. Drizzle with honey before serving warm.
