Jalapeño Fried Chicken Recipe
Marinated in jalapeño buttermilk for four days, our hand-breaded chicken is pressure fried to perfection.
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Ingredients
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Marinade and Chicken
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a bowl, combine chopped jalapeños, buttermilk, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Add chicken pieces, ensuring they are well coated. Cover and refrigerate for 4 days.
- 2
Prepare the Breading
In a separate bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Bread the Chicken
Remove chicken from the marinade and allow excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in the breading mixture, ensuring a good coating.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 15-18 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, reaching an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
- 6
Drain and Serve
Remove fried chicken from oil and drain on paper towels. Serve hot.
