Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe DearbornMidwest Fried Chicken Recipe

Midwest Fried Chicken Recipe

Inspired by The Dearborn
Time2h
Serves4

buttermilk-marinated chicken, maple mustard glaze, dill pickle, housemade hot sauce

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Ingredients

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Fried Chicken Ingredients

Method

Fried Chicken Directions

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, pepper, and paprika. Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Glaze

    In a small saucepan, combine maple syrup, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring until well combined. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.

  3. 3

    Dredge the Chicken

    In a shallow dish, place the flour. Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each piece in flour, shaking off the excess.

  4. 4

    Fry the Chicken

    In a large, deep skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 15 minutes per batch. Transfer to a wire rack to drain excess oil.

  5. 5

    Serve

    Drizzle the maple mustard glaze over the fried chicken and serve with dill pickles and housemade hot sauce on the side.

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