Recipe Card of Crispy Fried Chicken
Experience the art of creating crispy fried chicken that boasts a golden crunchy crust and succulent interior. Delight in each juicy piece.
Ingredients list
- 1 (4 pound) chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour for coating
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Begin by taking your cut-up chicken pieces and, if you wish, remove the skin.
- Place flour in a large plastic bag. Adjust quantity based on chicken volume. Season generously with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dunk the chicken in buttermilk, place in the flour bag, seal, and thoroughly shake to coat.
- Arrange coated pieces on a tray, cover, and let sit until the flour turns paste-like. A crucial step!
- Fill a skillet partially with oil and heat very hot.
- Cook chicken until browned, then cover and let cook for 30 minutes. Uncover, raise heat, and crisp up.
- Finally, drain on paper towels. Repeat if necessary, keeping fried chicken warm in the oven.
Recipe Video
Notes
Enhance flavor by adjusting seasonings like garlic or onion powder if desired, and enjoy this classic dish!
Nutrition
Calories: 489kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 41gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 116mgSodium: 140mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!