Authentically American Southern Comfort Food Recipe
A modern twist on classic Southern dishes
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Optional Sides
Method
Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the chicken thighs and buttermilk. Make sure the chicken is fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In another bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornmeal, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Cooking
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet, heat the cooking oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and let the excess drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, making sure to coat thoroughly.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken thighs in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 8-10 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C) and the coating is golden brown.
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the skillet and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve hot.
Optional Sides Preparation
- 7
Cook Collard Greens
In a large pot, add collard greens and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for about 30 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 8
Prepare Cornbread
Follow the instructions on the cornbread mix box. Typically, mix the cornbread mix with water or milk, pour into a greased baking dish, and bake as directed.
- 9
Serve with Honey
Once the cornbread is baked, drizzle honey over warm slices before serving.