Enjoy the ultimate comfort food with this Crispiest Buttermilk Fried Chicken recipe. The chicken is marinated in a flavorful buttermilk mixture, coated in a crispy breading, and fried to golden perfection. This recipe combines the juiciness of the chicken with a crispy and flavorful crust that will have you coming back for more. Serve it with mashed potatoes and coleslaw for a classic and delicious meal. With a preparation time of only 20 minutes, you can have a restaurant-quality fried chicken right at home.
Ingredients
- 4 pounds chicken pieces (such as drumsticks, thighs, or breast)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Directions
- Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl and pour in the buttermilk. Make sure all the chicken pieces are coated in the buttermilk. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- In another large bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to mix all the ingredients together.
- Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk and let the excess buttermilk drip off. Transfer the chicken to the bowl with the flour mixture, one piece at a time, and coat thoroughly with the flour mixture. Press the flour mixture onto the chicken to ensure a crispy coating.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large Dutch oven or deep-fryer to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place the breaded chicken pieces in the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry the chicken in batches for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the oil using a slotted spoon or tongs and transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve the Crispiest Buttermilk Fried Chicken hot and enjoy!
