Fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading Mixture
Frying
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces with buttermilk, salt, and black pepper. Make sure the chicken is fully submerged in the buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Breading Mixture
- 2
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, and additional salt and black pepper. Ensure the mixture is well combined.
Frying
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep fryer, pour in the vegetable oil and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Allow excess buttermilk to drip off, then dredge each piece in the breading mixture, ensuring an even coating. Shake off excess flour.
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the coated chicken pieces in the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. 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 towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot.