Description
This recipe delivers the perfect contrast of crispy edges and juicy meat, making it a beloved comfort food for any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 pieces bone-in chicken (4 chicken thighs and 4 drumsticks)
- 3 cups buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon celery salt
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, egg, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours, preferably overnight.
- In a mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, dried oregano, celery salt, salt, and black pepper. Whisk until well mixed.
- Heat oil in a deep pot until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Remove each chicken piece from the buttermilk, letting the excess drip off. Dip in the flour mixture until completely coated.
- Carefully lower chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches while maintaining oil temperature between 325–350°F.
- Rotate the chicken every 4 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, about 12–16 minutes total, with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
- Drain on a wire rack for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra flavor, consider marinating overnight. Adjust cooking time for boneless pieces and check oil temperature frequently for best results.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 700
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 36g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 200mg