Country Fried Chicken: Juicy, Homemade Comfort Food Delight
Discover the ultimate recipe for Country Fried Chicken, a juicy and crispy delight that brings comfort food to a new level. Perfectly seasoned and served with delicious sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Carnivore
Ingredients
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- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in buttermilk for at least 2 hours.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour and spices.
- Dredge the marinated chicken in the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crunch, double dredge the chicken.
- Let the chicken rest after frying for better juiciness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Country Fried Chicken, Comfort Food, Fried Chicken, Homemade