How to Make Perfectly Crispy Fried Chicken at Home

There’s nothing quite like the taste of crispy, juicy fried chicken. But sometimes, it can be tough to get it just right. That’s why we’ve put together this step-by-step guide on how to make perfectly crispy fried chicken at home. This recipe serves 2 people, with a prep time of 10 minutes and a cooking time of 15 minutes. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also easy to make and requires just a few simple ingredients and equipment.

Homemade Fried Chicken Recipe

With just a few simple ingredients and equipment, you can learn how to make perfectly crispy fried chicken at home, and enjoy this classic comfort food.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Dinner, Lunch, main course, Main Dishes

Cuisine American

Servings 2 people

Calories 607 kcal

Equipment

• Large Bowl
• Shallow Dish
• Deep Fryer OR
• Heavy-Bottomed Pot
• Tongs OR
• Slotted Spoon
• Wire rack
• Paper Towels OR

Ingredients

  

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• 4-6 Mixed Chicken Thighs & Drumsticks
• 2 cups Buttermilk
• 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour
• 1 tbsp Paprika
• 1 tbsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 1 tsp Black Pepper
• Vegetable Oil For Frying

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Instructions

 

Marinate The Chicken:

• In a large bowl, pour buttermilk over the chicken and let it marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours or overnight.

Prepare The Coating:

• In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. This will be the coating for the chicken.

Dredge The Chicken:

• Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and let any excess drip off. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, pressing the flour mixture into the chicken with your fingers to make sure it sticks.

Let The Chicken Rest:

• Once all the chicken is coated, let it rest for 10-15 minutes to allow the coating to set.

Fry The Chicken:

• In a large heavy-bottomed pot or a deep fryer, heat vegetable oil to 350°F. Place the chicken in the hot oil, skin side down. Don't overcrowd the pot or the chicken won't cook evenly. Fry the chicken for 12-15 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until it is golden brown and crispy and the internal temperature reaches 165°F.

Drain The Chicken:

• Use tongs or a slotted spoon to remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a wire rack set over a baking sheet or on paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Serve:

• Let the chicken cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve it with your favorite dipping sauces and sides.

Nutrition

Serving: 2piecesCalories: 607kcalCarbohydrates: 88gProtein: 20gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 1595mgPotassium: 588mgFiber: 4gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 2123IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 306mgIron: 5mg

Keyword chicken, fried chicken

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Now you know how to make perfectly crispy fried chicken at home. With just a few simple ingredients and equipment, you can enjoy this classic comfort food in the comfort of your own home. Plus, you can feel good about the nutritional value of this dish, with a serving size of 2 and a calorie count of 607 per serving. So go ahead, give it a try and impress your family and friends with your newfound culinary skills.