Buttermilk Fried Chicken
A comforting and flavorful buttermilk fried chicken recipe that promises to create warm memories.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 170 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 4 chicken pieces (legs or breasts)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
- Prepare the seasoned flour by combining all-purpose flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dust off excess buttermilk from the chicken.
- Coat each chicken piece in the seasoned flour mixture until well coated.
- Heat oil in a skillet or fryer over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes per side.
- Drain the chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil and serve hot.
Notes
For optimal flavor, marinate the chicken overnight. Use a thermometer to ensure chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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