Half Fried Chicken Recipe
choice of: original or spicy nashville, served with one side
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Breading
Frying
Sides
Method
Chicken Marinade
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. For spicy Nashville chicken, add hot sauce. Mix well.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
Breading
- 3
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, and cayenne pepper (if making spicy). Mix thoroughly.
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the breading mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Frying
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.
- 7
Drain the Chicken
Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serving
- 8
Serve the Chicken
Serve the half-fried chicken hot with your choice of side, such as coleslaw, fries, or mashed potatoes.
