Country Fried Chicken: A Juicy Twist on a Southern Classic
Discover how to make a deliciously juicy Country Fried Chicken, perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 pieces chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 2 hours.
- In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat 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 8-10 minutes per side.
- Drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
- For extra crunch, double coat the chicken.
- Let the chicken rest before serving for the juices to redistribute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Country Fried Chicken, Southern Recipe, Fried Chicken