Description
Discover the joy of crispy, flavorful chicken with this easy recipe for The Best Buttermilk Fried Chicken. This dish combines a tender buttermilk marinade with a crunchy seasoned coating, creating an irresistible meal that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. The buttermilk not only tenderizes the chicken but also infuses it with rich flavors from garlic and herbs, ensuring juicy bites every time. With straightforward preparation steps, this recipe is designed for cooks of all skill levels. Whether served with classic sides like coleslaw and biscuits or paired with your favorite sauces, this fried chicken will be the star of your table.
Ingredients
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- 8 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken (thighs and legs preferred)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1½ teaspoon paprika
- 1½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1½ teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried mustard, and paprika in a large bowl. Pour in buttermilk and stir to coat. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best results.
- Prepare the coating: In a shallow dish, whisk together flour and spices until well combined.
- Heat oil: In a deep fryer or large pot, heat vegetable oil to 340°F.
- Dredge chicken: Remove marinated chicken from the fridge and dredge each piece in the flour mixture until fully coated.
- Fry chicken: Carefully place coated chicken into hot oil in batches and fry for about 15 minutes per piece until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 170°F.
- Drain and serve: Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack to drain excess oil before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 100mg