Fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well. Add the whole chicken to the bowl, ensuring it is fully submerged in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Breading Mixture
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a separate large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper until well combined. Set aside.
Frying
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer for accuracy.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade and allow the excess to drip off. Dredge the chicken in the breading mixture, ensuring it is completely coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully lower the breaded chicken into the hot oil. Fry in batches, if necessary, to avoid overcrowding. Cook for about 12-15 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and has an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve hot.