Fried Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Flour Coating
Frying
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Marinade
In a large bowl, whisk together buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
Add the chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
Coating the Chicken
- 3
Prepare the Coating
In a separate bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- 4
Coat the Chicken
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to ensure the coating adheres. Shake off any excess flour.
Frying the Chicken
- 5
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet or frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 10-15 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- 7
Drain and Rest
Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Let rest for at least 5 minutes before serving.