Description
Crispy Fried Chicken is the epitome of comfort food, inviting you to savor every crunchy bite. This easy-to-follow recipe yields perfectly golden chicken that’s juicy on the inside and irresistibly crispy on the outside. With a double-dipping technique for added crunch and a buttermilk marinade that infuses rich flavors, this dish is sure to become a family favorite. Serve it alongside classic sides like creamy coleslaw or buttery mashed potatoes for a complete meal that delights both young and old.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 pounds bone-in chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, wings)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Cayenne pepper (optional, to taste)
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- In a bowl, combine flour, salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the seasoned flour mixture twice for extra crunch.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken in batches for 8-10 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (100g)
- Calories: 370
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 90mg