Chicken Fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Preparation
Breading
Cooking
Method
Chicken Preparation
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper. Stir well. Add the chicken breasts to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
Breading
Prepare the Breading Mixture
In a separate shallow dish, whisk together the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, additional salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Cooking
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). You can test the temperature by dropping a small amount of the breading into the oil; it should sizzle immediately.
Bread the Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the buttermilk mixture, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to ensure an even coating. Shake off any excess flour.
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 6-8 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 75°C).
Drain and Serve
Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite sides.