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American Buttermilk-Fried Chicken
50min
6 servings
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American Buttermilk-Fried Chicken is a classic Southern comfort food that boasts a perfectly crispy exterior and juicy, flavorful interior. This recipe features chicken pieces marinated in tangy buttermilk, which tenderizes the meat and adds depth to the flavor. The chicken is then coated in a seasoned flour mixture and fried to golden perfection. The result is a dish with a satisfyingly crunchy crust and moist, succulent meat that practically falls off the bone. Ideal for family dinners, picnics, or any occasion that calls for delicious, crowd-pleasing comfort food.
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Sugar
1 g
3 g
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Prepare chicken
Cut whole chicken into 8 pieces (2 breasts, 2 thighs, 2 drumsticks, 2 wings).
Make marinade
In a large bowl, mix buttermilk with hot sauce.
Marinate chicken
Add chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they're fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight.
Prepare coating
In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
Beat eggs
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs.
Heat oil
In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Dredge chicken
Remove chicken from marinade. Dredge each piece in flour mixture, then egg, then flour mixture again.
Fry chicken
Carefully place coated chicken pieces in hot oil, working in batches to avoid overcrowding.
Cook chicken
Fry for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Drain excess oil
Remove chicken from oil and place on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
Rest chicken
Let the fried chicken rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve
Serve hot, optionally with additional hot sauce on the side.
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