Two Piece Fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken
Method
Fried Chicken
- 1
Prepare Chicken
Rinse the chicken pieces under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Make the Marinade
In a large bowl, pour in the buttermilk and season it with salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Mix well.
- 3
Marinate Chicken
Submerge the chicken pieces in the buttermilk marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for the best flavor.
- 4
- 5
Heat Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Dredge Chicken
Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
- 7
Fry Chicken
Carefully place the dredged chicken pieces in the hot oil. Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes.
- 8
Drain Chicken
Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.