Description
A classic dish with a golden, crispy exterior and tender, juicy interior, perfect for family dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Chicken pieces
- Buttermilk
- Flour
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Salt
- Black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- In another bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Remove chicken from the buttermilk, letting excess drip off before dredging in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Fry the chicken pieces in batches for about 15-18 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Drain the chicken on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider adding cayenne pepper to the flour mixture or infusing herbs into the buttermilk.
- Prep Time: 240 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 80mg