Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Recipe
Enjoy the crunchiest, juiciest Southern Fried Chicken with this easy-to-follow recipe. Perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection, this classic comfort food is a favorite for all occasions.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
- Yield: 8 pieces
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Chicken:
- 1 whole fryer chicken (about 3 pounds), or 8 pieces of skinless chicken
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1.5 cups buttermilk
- 3 tablespoons hot sauce
- Canola, peanut, or vegetable oil for frying
Dredge:
- 2.5 cups flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 teaspoons coarse ground black pepper
- 1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
Instructions
- Season Chicken: Mix garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and onion powder. Season chicken generously with the mixture.
- Marinate: Whisk buttermilk and hot sauce, then pour over seasoned chicken. Refrigerate for 2 hours to overnight.
- Prepare for Frying: Set up a rack on a baking sheet. Mix flour, cornstarch, and seasonings in a bowl.
- Batter Chicken: Coat chicken in flour mixture, buttermilk, and flour again. Place on rack.
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F, then fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain and Serve: Remove chicken, let drain, and keep warm in the oven.
Notes
- For extra crispy chicken, double dip in the flour mixture.
- Ensure oil is at the right temperature to prevent greasiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
