Description
Experience the ultimate Southern Comfort on a Plate with this dish that boasts a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a juicy, tender interior. Each bite is a harmonious blend of savory spices and rich flavors that evoke the warmth of Southern hospitality.
Ingredients
- Chicken Thighs: 4 pieces, bone-in, skin-on
- Buttermilk: 2 cups, for marinating
- All-Purpose Flour: 1 cup, for dredging
- Cornstarch: 1/2 cup, for extra crispiness
- Salt: 1 tablespoon, for seasoning
- Black Pepper: 1 teaspoon, freshly ground
- Garlic Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Onion Powder: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 teaspoon, for color and flavor
- Cayenne Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon, for heat
- Vegetable Oil: 4 cups, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs and buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum tenderness.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Carefully place chicken in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack to drain excess oil and maintain crispiness.
- Let rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow juices to redistribute.
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and reheated in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes to retain crispiness.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 240 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main-dishes
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of fried chicken thigh
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 0 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 25 grams
- Saturated Fat: 6 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
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