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Delish Southern Fried Chicken

Delish Southern Fried Chicken

This classic Southern fried chicken recipe delivers crispy, juicy, and flavorful pieces perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients
 

Main Ingredients

  • 3 lb chicken pieces
  • 2.5 cup buttermilk for marinating
  • 2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 4 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Place chicken pieces in a large bowl and pour over the buttermilk. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
  • Combine flour, paprika, salt, pepper, and garlic powder in a large shallow dish.
  • Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, coating well.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat to 350°F (175°C).
  • Fry chicken pieces in batches for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
  • Drain cooked chicken on paper towels and serve hot.

Notes

For extra crispy chicken, double dredge by dipping back into buttermilk and flour mixture once more before frying.