Heather'S Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: Heather'S Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 chicken thighs; 6 chicken drumsticks; 2 tablespoons salt; 1 quart cold water, to cover; 2 cups cold buttermilk; 1 egg, beaten; 1 teaspoon chicken seasoning mix (see note); 3 cups all-purpose flour; 2 tablespoons chicken seasoning mix (see note); 2 quarts vegetable oil for frying

Servings: persons

6 chicken thighs
6 chicken drumsticks
2 tablespoons salt
1 quart cold water, to cover
2 cups cold buttermilk
1 egg, beaten
1 teaspoon chicken seasoning mix (see note)
3 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons chicken seasoning mix (see note)
2 quarts vegetable oil for frying

1
Place chicken thighs and drumsticks in a large bowl, cover with cold water, and mix in salt. Cover and refrigerate from 8 hours to overnight.
2
Rinse chicken thoroughly. Mix buttermilk, beaten egg, and 1 teaspoon chicken seasoning in a large bowl until thoroughly combined.
3
Place chicken pieces into buttermilk mixture and refrigerate 30 minutes to 1 hour.
4
Heat vegetable oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
5
Place flour and 2 tablespoons chicken seasoning into a shallow bowl and mix until combined. Remove chicken from buttermilk bath, shake off excess buttermilk, and press into flour. Tap off excess flour.
6
Gently place chicken into hot oil, 3 or 4 pieces at a time; fry chicken until golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes per batch.
7
Remove chicken pieces to a cooling rack set over paper towels to remove excess oil before serving.

2147

kcal

Calories

165

Fat

Carbs

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 chicken thighs, 6 chicken drumsticks, 2 tablespoons salt, 1 quart cold water, to cover, and more.

Yes, Heather'S Fried Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Heather'S Fried Chicken

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