Fried chicken is a very delicious dish. Everybody likes this dish; in this article, you know how to cook fried chicken including all ingredients follow this recipe step by step. For many, the smell of fried chicken incites a trip down memory lane. It combines all the tried-and-true tricks to ensure the juiciest, most flavorful, crispiest chicken every time.
This is a very easy and delicious recipe. It takes some time, determination and a steady pair of hands-but trust me, the end result is definitely worth it. Firstly we find what ingredients use in this dish and what are main preparations before starting the cooking.
| Prep Time: 35 mins | Cook Time: 15 mins |
| Additional Time: 30 mins | Total Time: 1 hrs 20 mins |
| Servings: 8 |
Main equipment for fried Chicken
- Nonstick vessels
- Strainer
- Plates/other Cutlery
Ingredients for fried Chicken
- 1 broiler/fryer chicken (about 3 pounds), cut into pieces
- 3/4 to 1 cup buttermilk
- Oil for frying
For Coating
- 1-1/2 to 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon ground sage
- 1/4 teaspoon ground thyme
- 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
Recipe step by step
Step 1: Soak in buttermilk
Firstly remove all the excess moisture from your Chicken pieces patting them dry with paper towels. Pour the buttermilk over the chicken, then Cover it and refrigerate for at least an hour. For better results leave the chicken overnight.
Step 2: Coat the Chicken
Second, take a large plastic bag and add the ingredients listed for the coating, and then mix it well. Carefully place a single piece of your buttermilk-soaked chicken into the bag. Do not leave any part of the chicken without Coating. Remove from the bag and lay it on a sheet of waxed paper to dry. Continue this procedure with the remaining chicken.
Step 3: Let it rest
Give the Chicken extra time to rest at least 15 minutes you should do. During this time the moisture from the buttermilk will become evenly distributed, helping the coating adhere.
Step 4: Fry the Chicken
Now time to fry the chicken, pour oil into a deep vessel according to your quantity of chicken. Heat 1/2-in. of oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°. Carefully add a few pieces of chicken into the oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Cook, uncovered, for 7-8 minutes per side. Turn occasionally until the coating turn’s dark golden brown and the meat is no longer pink.
Step 5: Drain the chicken
Drain the fried Chicken on paper towels. After frying your first batch of chicken, then wait to let the temperature of the oil return to 350° before adding the next batch. Depending on how much chicken you have, you may have to fry in a few shifts.
Step 6: Time to serve fried chicken
Before serving let your chicken rest for a few minutes. Resting also helps the outer coating crisp and excess oil drain. That makes the chicken more delicious. Perfectly crisp, better-than-any-restaurant chicken and your family will love this dish. Enjoy!