Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups buttermilk; 2 tablespoons kosher salt; 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper; 4 pounds medium chicken wings, thighs and drumsticks; 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon onion powder; 1 teaspoon garlic powder; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Vegetable oil, for frying

Servings: persons

3 cups buttermilk
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
4 pounds medium chicken wings, thighs and drumsticks
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying

1
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk with the salt, black pepper and cayenne.
2
Add the chicken and stir to coat.
3
Let stand at room temperature for 2 hours or refrigerate for 4 hours.
4
In a large, resealable plastic bag, mix the flour with the onion powder, garlic powder, salt, black pepper and cayenne and shake to combine.
5
Set a rack on a baking sheet.
6
Working with one piece at a time, remove the chicken from the buttermilk soak, letting the excess drip back into the bowl.
7
Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture, pressing so it adheres all over.
8
Transfer the coated chicken to the rack and let stand for 30 minutes.
9
In a deep skillet, heat 1 inch of oil to 350.
10
Set another rack over a baking sheet; line with paper towels.
11
Fry the chicken in batches at 315, turning once, until golden and an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of each piece registers 160, 15 to 18 minutes.
12
Transfer the chicken to the paper-lined rack and let stand for 5 minutes before serving.

2192

kcal

Calories

157

Fat

Carbs

148

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups buttermilk, 2 tablespoons kosher salt, 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper, 2 teaspoons cayenne pepper, and more.

Yes, Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken

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