Fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Method
Chicken Marinade
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Breading
- 3
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In a separate large bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off. Dredge each piece in the breading mixture, pressing it onto the chicken to ensure it adheres well.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the breaded chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches. Fry for 12-15 minutes per side or until golden brown and cooked through, with an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- 7
Drain and Serve
Remove the chicken from the oil and let it drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot.
