Description
Southern Fried Chicken is a classic comfort food featuring juicy, marinated chicken with a golden, crispy, and seasoned crust. Perfect for family dinners, gatherings, or whenever you’re craving something indulgently delicious.
Ingredients
- 3–4 lbs chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on – drumsticks, thighs, breasts, or wings)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- Oil for frying (peanut, vegetable, or canola oil)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken in buttermilk with hot sauce (if using) for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne.
- Remove chicken from marinade and dredge in the flour mixture, pressing to coat well.
- Let coated chicken rest on a wire rack for 15–20 minutes.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 325–350°F (165–175°C).
- Fry chicken in batches for 12–15 minutes per piece, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked to 165°F (75°C) internally.
- Drain on a rack or paper towels and let rest a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use herbs or Creole seasoning for variety in the flour mix.
- Double-dip for extra crispy crust.
- Air fryer option: cook at 375°F (190°C) for about 25 minutes.
- Use milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar as a buttermilk substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1–2 pieces
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 690mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
