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Crispy Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe

Crispy Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe

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Golden, but fiery batter soaked with buttermilk for perfect juicy fried chicken bursting with savory flavors—a masterpiece that keeps you coming back for more with every bite. A flavor-packed dish you won’t forget!

Ingredients

Buttermilk Marinade:

  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon kosher salt

Seasoned Flour Coating:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder

Chicken:

  • 1 pound chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, wings, etc.)

For Frying:

  • Vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. Pour Buttermilk Marinade: Pour buttermilk into a bowl, add hot sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Mix well.
  2. Marinate Chicken: Submerge chicken in the buttermilk mixture, refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Prepare Flour Coating: Combine flour, cornstarch, cayenne pepper, oregano, thyme, cumin, and chili powder. Mix well.
  4. Coat Chicken: Dredge marinated chicken in flour mixture, ensuring even coating.
  5. Fry Chicken: Heat oil to 350°F, fry chicken until golden and crispy, ensuring internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. Rest and Serve: Drain excess oil, let chicken rest, then serve.

Notes

  • Marinating chicken longer enhances tenderness and flavor.
  • Press flour mixture onto chicken for extra crispiness.
  • Adjust hot sauce to desired spice level.
  • Keep oil temperature at 350°F for optimal crispiness.
  • Test oil readiness with a small piece of bread if a thermometer is unavailable.

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