Fried Chicken

Here's a simple recipe for making Fried Chicken:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

4 bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (such as thighs and drumsticks)

2 cups buttermilk

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

For the Coating:

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon paprika

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions:

Marinate the Chicken:

In a large bowl, mix the buttermilk, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder.

Add the chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results. This helps tenderize and flavor the chicken.

Prepare the Coating:

In a separate bowl, combine the flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon onion powder. Mix well.

Fry the Chicken:

In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat. You can also use a deep fryer if you have one, following the manufacturer's instructions for oil temperature.

While the oil is heating, remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk marinade, allowing any excess to drip off.

Dredge each chicken piece in the flour mixture, making sure they are evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour.

Fry the Chicken:

Carefully place the chicken pieces into the hot oil, skin side down. Be cautious not to overcrowd the pan; you may need to fry in batches.

Fry the chicken for about 12-15 minutes per side or until the chicken is cooked through and the coating is golden brown and crispy. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (74°C).

Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fried chicken from the oil and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Serve:

Let the fried chicken rest for a few minutes before serving to allow the juices to redistribute.

Serve hot with your favorite sides like coleslaw, or biscuits.

Enjoy your homemade fried chicken!