Jul 14 2026
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Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe

Inspired by The Southern Gentleman
Time1h 30m
Serves4

honey-thyme gravy, collard greens, sweet potato cornbread

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Ingredients

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Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Honey-Thyme Gravy

Collard Greens

Sweet Potato Cornbread

Method

Buttermilk Fried Chicken

  1. 1

    Marinate the Chicken

    In a large bowl, combine the chicken pieces and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Coating

    In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.

  3. 3

    Coat the Chicken

    Remove chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere. Set aside on a wire rack.

  4. 4

    Fry the Chicken

    In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add chicken pieces and fry for 10-15 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Drain on paper towels.

Honey-Thyme Gravy

  1. 5

    Make the Roux

    In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add flour and whisk continuously for about 2 minutes until it turns a light golden brown.

  2. 6

    Add Broth

    Slowly whisk in the chicken broth, ensuring there are no lumps. Bring to a simmer, and cook until thickened.

  3. 7

    Flavor the Gravy

    Stir in honey, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes before serving.

Collard Greens

  1. 8

    Prepare the Greens

    Rinse collard greens thoroughly under cold water. Remove stems and chop leaves into bite-sized pieces.

  2. 9

    Sauté the Greens

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

  3. 10

    Cook the Greens

    Add collard greens and chicken broth to the skillet. Season with salt and black pepper. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes until tender, stirring occasionally.

Sweet Potato Cornbread

  1. 11

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grease a baking dish.

  2. 12

    Mix Dry Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

  3. 13

    Combine Wet Ingredients

    In another bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potato, buttermilk, egg, honey, and melted butter.

  4. 14

    Combine Mixtures

    Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.

  5. 15

    Bake

    Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

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