Full Fried Chicken Recipe
choice of: original or spicy nashville, served with two sides
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Sides
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and for spicy, hot sauce and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken pieces into the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
Preparing the Breading
- 3
Mix the Breading Ingredients
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and for spicy, cayenne pepper.
Frying the Chicken
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 5
Bread the Chicken
Remove chicken pieces from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge in the breading mixture, ensuring an even coat.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully lower the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil. Fry in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Cook for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 7
Drain and Rest
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.
