Description
A heartwarming and delightful recipe for crispy fried chicken, perfect for family gatherings and cozy dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (4-pound) chicken, cut into pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour for coating
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Remove skin from chicken pieces if desired.
- In a large plastic bag, mix flour with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each chicken piece into buttermilk, then place in the bag, seal, and shake to coat.
- Arrange coated chicken on a tray and cover; let sit until flour forms a paste-like consistency.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Carefully place chicken in the hot oil, avoid overcrowding. Brown on both sides.
- Reduce heat, cover skillet, and cook for 30 minutes to keep chicken juicy.
- Remove cover, increase heat, and fry until crispy.
- Drain cooked chicken on paper towels; keep warm in the oven if frying in batches.
Notes
Ensure oil is hot enough for frying to avoid oily chicken. Use a thermometer if available.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg