Description
Country fried chicken is a quintessential Southern dish that delivers crispy, golden-brown perfection and juicy, flavorful meat. This recipe captures the essence of comfort food with its delightful crunch and savory seasoning, making it ideal for family gatherings or cozy weeknight dinners. Serve it alongside creamy mashed potatoes or tangy coleslaw for a heartwarming meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs or breasts
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- Cooking oil (vegetable or peanut) for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 2 hours in the fridge.
- In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.
- Fry chicken for 10-12 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Drain on paper towels and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of chicken
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For extra crunch, double-dip the chicken in the flour mixture before frying. You can substitute buttermilk with yogurt or add hot sauce for a spicy kick.