Country Fried Chicken

Ingredients

• 2-3 lbs. of chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 cups of all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon of paprika
• 1 teaspoon of ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon of salt
• 1 cup of buttermilk
• Vegetable oil for frying
• 1 cup of heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon of butter

Directions

1. In a shallow bowl, mix together the flour, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper and salt.
2. Pour the buttermilk into a separate shallow bowl.
3. Dip each piece of chicken into the buttermilk and then into the flour mixture, making sure to coat the chicken on all sides.
4. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat.
5. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and fry for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and golden brown.
6. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place onto a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
7. In a separate saucepan, heat the cream and butter over medium heat. Whisk until the butter has melted and the mixture is creamy.
8. Add the fried chicken pieces to the saucepan and stir until the chicken is evenly coated.
9. Serve the country fried chicken hot with your favorite sides.

Interesting Facts

• Country fried chicken is also known as chicken-fried steak in some regions of the United States.
• The original version of country fried chicken was made with pork or veal.
• The dish is a popular staple in southern American cuisine.
• It is often served with a creamy gravy, mashed potatoes, and green beans.