Description
Discover the secrets to making irresistibly crispy fried chicken that boasts a golden, crunchy exterior and juicy, tender meat inside. Perfect for family gatherings, picnics, or a cozy dinner at home, this recipe is guaranteed to impress with its flavorful marinade and seasoned coating. The delightful crunch comes from a blend of flour and cornstarch, while the buttermilk marinade infused with hot sauce adds depth and spice. Whether served as a main dish or in sandwiches, this crispy fried chicken is versatile and sure to satisfy your cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken thighs (skin-on, bone-in)
- 6 chicken drumsticks (skin-on, bone-in)
- 3 cups buttermilk
- 1/2 cup Frank's RedHot Cayenne Pepper Sauce
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon white pepper
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 quart vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry and trim excess skin.
- Marinate chicken in a mixture of buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and black pepper for at least 4 hours.
- Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- In another bowl or bag, mix flour with cornstarch and seasonings.
- Dredge marinated chicken in the flour mixture until well coated.
- Fry chicken in batches for about 14 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain on a wire rack for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approximately 174g)
- Calories: 383
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 942mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 21g
- Cholesterol: 100mg