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Crispy Juicy Fried Chicken

Classic fried chicken with a perfectly crunchy coating and juicy, flavorful meat inside every time.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 lb chicken pieces bone-in
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 0.5 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tsp paprika
  • 1.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Heavy skillet or pot
  • Wire rack
  • Tongs

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk and eggs for at least 2 hours.
  2. Mix flour, cornstarch, and seasonings in a bowl.
  3. Dredge chicken thoroughly in seasoned flour.
  4. Rest coated chicken for 10 minutes.
  5. Fry in 350°F oil until golden and cooked through.

Notes

Let chicken rest before serving to maintain crispiness.