Chicken Fried Onion Rings recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Aug 04 2026
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Chicken Fried Onion Rings Recipe

Inspired by Dirty Birds
Time1h
Serves4

Served with Rouille

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Ingredients

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For the Chicken Fried Onion Rings

Method

For the Chicken Fried Onion Rings

  1. 1

    Prepare the Onions

    Peel and slice the onions into 1/4-inch thick rings. Separate the rings and set aside.

  2. 2

    Soak in Buttermilk

    Place the onion rings in a bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Allow to soak for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Make the Batter

    In a separate bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.

  4. 4

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  5. 5

    Coat the Onion Rings

    Remove the onion rings from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each ring in the flour mixture until well coated.

  6. 6

    Fry the Onion Rings

    Carefully place a few onion rings at a time in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels.

  7. 7

    Serve

    Serve hot with Rouille on the side.

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