Fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Seasoned Flour
Frying
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Seasoned Flour
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix the flour, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper. Ensure the mixture is well combined.
Frying
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer, pour in the vegetable oil and heat to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to ensure the temperature is accurate.
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade, letting the excess buttermilk drip off. Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess flour.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
- 6
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot.