Description
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this recipe for Crispy, Juicy Southern Fried Chicken. With a crunchy exterior and juicy interior, this classic dish is sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 whole chicken (about 3.5–4 lbs, cut into 8 pieces)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 teaspoons hot sauce (optional)
For the Coating:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken in a bowl, pour over the buttermilk and hot sauce. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare the Coating: Whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne.
- Heat the Oil: Heat oil to 325°F in a pot.
- Dredge the Chicken: Coat chicken in flour mixture.
- Fry the Chicken: Fry until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Drain and Serve: Rest on a wire rack before serving.
Notes
- Cornstarch in the coating helps create an extra crispy crust.
- For spicier chicken, increase cayenne pepper or add more hot sauce to the marinade.