Country Fried Chicken
A classic Southern-style fried chicken with a crispy, seasoned coating and tender, juicy meat inside. Perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 30 mins
- Total Time: 50 mins
- Yield: 4 1x
- Method: Main Course
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 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
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 8 pieces chicken (drumsticks and thighs preferred)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
- In another bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg until well blended.
- Dip each piece of chicken into the buttermilk mixture, then dredge thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture. For extra crispiness, double dredge by dipping back into buttermilk and flour again.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully place chicken pieces in hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.
- Fry chicken for 12-15 minutes per side, or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Remove chicken and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
For best results, marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 4 hours or overnight before dredging. Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature for even cooking and crispiness.
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2
- Sodium: 900
- Fat: 30
- Saturated Fat: 8
- Unsaturated Fat: 18
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 35
- Cholesterol: 120
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