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Ranch Fried Chicken Recipe

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@grubdurham

Aug 25 2025

1h 30m

Serves 4

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Recipe information

Make Ranch Fried Chicken in just 1h 30m. on Brioche

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Ingredients

Chicken Marinade

Breading

Assembly

Preparation

Marinate the Chicken

1. Combine Marinade Ingredients

In a large bowl, mix together buttermilk and ranch seasoning mix. Add chicken thighs, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.

Prepare to Fry

2. Mix Breading Ingredients

In a shallow dish, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well.

3. Heat the Oil

In a large, deep skillet or pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Fry the Chicken

4. Bread the Chicken

Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the breading mixture, pressing to adhere.

5. Fry the Chicken

Carefully place breaded chicken in hot oil, frying in batches if necessary. Cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

6. Drain the Chicken

Remove fried chicken from oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Assemble the Sandwich

7. Build the Sandwich

On the bottom half of each brioche bun, layer leafy lettuce, a piece of fried chicken, sliced tomato, and drizzle with ranch dressing. Top with the other half of the bun.

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