Description
Country Fried Chicken is a classic Southern dish known for its crispy coating and juicy meat, often served with gravy and sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 chicken pieces (legs, thighs, or breasts)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- In a bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot with your favorite sides.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
- Ensure the oil is hot enough before adding chicken to avoid sogginess.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after frying for better texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Country Fried Chicken, Southern Fried Chicken