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Southern-Fried-Chicken-Recipe

Southern Fried Chicken

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Try this Southern Fried Chicken, where juicy, marinated chicken meets a crispy, seasoned crust. Perfect for quick dinners or gatherings, it’s comfort food at its finest!

  • Total Time: 3 hours
  • Yield: 8 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 fryer pack of bone-in chicken (1 whole cut up chicken with 2 breasts, 2 thighs, 2 legs, and 2 wings)
  • 1 ½ cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon salt + 1 tsp in breading
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 2 teaspoons garlic
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup cornstarch
  • 1 quart peanut oil or canola oil

Instructions

  1. Prepare a 9×13-inch baking dish and pour buttermilk into it, mixing in 1 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 2 teaspoons garlic powder, and ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper.
  2. Coat the chicken pieces in the buttermilk marinade, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or up to 24 hours.
  3. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator, remove the plastic wrap, and turn the chicken to ensure it's well coated.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and an extra teaspoon of salt, whisking until evenly mixed.
  5. Heat a 12-14 inch cast-iron skillet over medium heat and fill with enough oil to fill halfway.
  6. When the oil reaches 300°F, dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, shaking off excess buttermilk.
  7. Once the oil reaches 325°F, carefully fry the chicken pieces in batches, maintaining the temperature between 300-310°F until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
  8. Use tongs to turn the chicken every 2 minutes to cook evenly.
  9. Transfer the cooked chicken to a drying rack and let the second batch rest before serving, optionally sprinkling with salt.

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Notes

Marinating the chicken for a longer time enhances flavor and juiciness.
Ensure that the oil temperature is monitored closely to achieve a golden-brown crust without burning.
Resting the chicken after frying allows juices to redistribute for better flavor.

  • Author: dani
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 165 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 1200mg
  • Fat: 26g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 110mg

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