Description
This buttermilk-fried chicken is wildly crunchy with a juicy center that keeps people reaching back to the platter. One bite and it becomes your new fried chicken obsession.
Ingredients
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2.6 lb chicken thighs or drumsticks
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2 cups buttermilk
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2 tsp kosher salt
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1 tsp black pepper
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp garlic powder
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0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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0.5 cup cornstarch
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1.5 tsp baking powder
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6 cups neutral frying oil
Instructions
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Mix buttermilk with seasonings and marinate chicken for at least 4 hours.
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Combine flour, cornstarch, and baking powder in a wide bowl.
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Heat oil to 350°F in a deep pan.
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Dredge chicken in flour mixture, pressing to create craggy edges.
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Fry chicken in batches until golden and cooked through.
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Rest briefly, then serve hot and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25mins