Fried Chicken (white Or Dark) Recipe
Served with red beans and sausage over rice, corn bread, coleslaw, and a dinner roll.
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Ingredients
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Fried Chicken
Method
Fried Chicken
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, and cayenne pepper. Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- 2
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and additional salt.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken pieces from the marinade, allowing excess buttermilk to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring it is fully coated.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken pieces in the hot oil. Fry in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook for about 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove the fried chicken from the oil and let it drain on a paper towel-lined plate. Serve hot with red beans and sausage over rice, corn bread, coleslaw, and a dinner roll.