Description
Experience the ultimate comfort food with The Best Buttermilk Fried Chicken. This recipe delivers tender, juicy chicken enveloped in a perfectly seasoned, crispy coating that will impress your family and friends. The secret lies in marinating the chicken in buttermilk, which not only enhances its flavor but also ensures a moist interior. Ideal for any occasion, this dish pairs beautifully with a variety of sides, making it a versatile choice for casual dinners or special gatherings. With easy-to-follow steps, even novice cooks can create this mouthwatering meal at home. Get ready to savor every bite of this classic fried chicken recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 pieces bone-in, skin-on chicken (thighs and legs preferred)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1½ teaspoon paprika
- 1½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1½ teaspoon salt
- 1½ teaspoon dried thyme
- 1½ teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 4 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, season chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried mustard, and paprika. Pour buttermilk over the chicken and stir until evenly coated.
- Refrigerate the marinated chicken for at least 1 hour (or overnight for best results).
- In a shallow dish, combine flour with baking powder and spices.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 340°F.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture until well-coated.
- Fry in batches until golden brown and cooked through (about 15 minutes per piece). Use a thermometer to maintain oil temperature.
- Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of fried chicken (approx. 170g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 105mg