Description

Golden Fried Chicken is a delightful dish known for its irresistible flavor and crispy texture. Made with juicy chicken pieces soaked in buttermilk and coated with a seasoned flour mixture, this recipe is perfect for quick weeknight dinners and family meals. Enjoy the comfort of homemade fried chicken that’s easy to prepare and packed with flavor!

Ingredients

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8 pieces chicken, bone-in, skin-on thighs and legs
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1.5 teaspoons garlic powder
1.5 teaspoons paprika
1.5 teaspoons onion powder
1.5 teaspoons salt
1.5 teaspoons dried thyme
1.5 teaspoons dried basil
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon baking powder
4 cups vegetable oil

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Instructions

Season the chicken pieces in a large mixing bowl with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
Pour the buttermilk over the seasoned chicken to fully submerge each piece. Cover the bowl and refrigerate overnight.
In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, thyme, basil, and cayenne pepper.
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 340°F, maintaining this temperature for a crispy texture.
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and dredge each piece in the flour mixture. Let it rest for a few minutes.
Carefully place 4-5 pieces of coated chicken in the hot oil and fry for about 15 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
Once fried, use a slotted spoon to remove the chicken and let it cool on a wire rack.

Notes

For a healthier alternative, substitute chicken thighs and legs with chicken breast.
Feel free to customize seasoning levels by adjusting garlic, paprika, and cayenne pepper amounts.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 piece
Calories: 400
Sugar: 1g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 25g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 20g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 25g
Cholesterol: 100mg