12 Piece Recipe
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Rinse the chicken drumsticks under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place them in a large bowl.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
In a separate bowl, mix buttermilk, eggs, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pour the mixture over the chicken drumsticks, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or ideally overnight.
- 3
Prepare the Coating
In another bowl, add all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to combine.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the oil by dropping a small amount of flour into it; if it sizzles, the oil is ready.
- 5
Coat the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken drumsticks from the refrigerator. Take each piece and coat it in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess flour.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken drumsticks into the hot oil, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 10-12 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- 7
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken drumsticks from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Allow them to rest for a few minutes before serving.
