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Crispy, Juicy Southern Fried Chicken Recipe

Crispy, Juicy Southern Fried Chicken Recipe
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Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for crispy, juicy Southern fried chicken. Tender pieces of chicken are marinated in buttermilk, coated in a flavorful seasoned flour mixture, and fried to golden perfection. Perfect for a comforting family dinner or a weekend indulgence.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 1 whole chicken (cut into 8 pieces)
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)

For the Seasoned Flour:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

For Frying:

  • Vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Marinate the Chicken: In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine the chicken pieces, buttermilk, and hot sauce. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Prepare the Seasoned Flour: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  3. Dredge the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, dredge in seasoned flour, and press to adhere. Let the coated chicken rest on a rack for 15–20 minutes.
  4. Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a skillet. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 14–16 minutes for larger pieces and 10–12 minutes for smaller ones.
  5. Drain and Serve: Drain fried chicken on a wire rack over paper towels for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Cornstarch in the dredge helps create an extra crispy crust.
  • For added flavor, season the chicken with salt and pepper before marinating.
  • Leftover fried chicken can be enjoyed cold or reheated in the oven.

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