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Crispy Juicy Fried Chicken

Learn how to make the perfect fried chicken with this easy recipe! Buttermilk brine, crispy coating, and juicy meat every time. Get ready for finger-licking good chicken!

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Additional Time
1 d
Total Time
1 d 50 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 559 kcal
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 4 drumsticks
For the buttermilk brine
  • 3 cups buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
For the flour coating
  • 2 cups flour
  • 3/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp celery salt
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
For frying
  • oil for frying

Instructions

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  1. Combine the buttermilk, egg, salt, pepper, garlic powder and cayenne pepper in a measuring jug or bowl.
  2. Place the chicken pieces in a ziploc bag and pour over the brine. Seal the bag then place in the fridge for at least 4 hours but ideally up to 24 hours for the juiciest end result. 
  3. Add flour, cornstarch, baking powder, a few teaspoons of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, dried oregano and celery salt in a large bowl. 
  4. Add enough oil to deep fry the chicken (approximately 8 cups) to a pot set over medium-high heat. The oil is ready when a wooden spoon is pressed to the bottom of the pot and bubbles appear around the edges of the spoon. 
  5. Add 4 tablespoons of brine to the flour mixture, mixing lightly to create a few clumps in the flour.
  6. Wipe the excess brine from the chicken and coat in the flour, making sure the chicken is thoroughly coated.
  7. Shake off excess flour then carefully lower into the hot oil.
  8. Allow the chicken to fry for 4-5 minutes per side until the chicken is golden brown and crisp. 
  9. Remove the chicken from the oil then place on a wire rack set over a sheet pan.
  10. Place the chicken in a hot oven (200ºC/390ºF) for 7-10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through (the flesh will be opaque white to the bone or read 165ºF/73ºC on a meat thermometer). 
  11. Serve the chicken with side dishes of your choice. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 559kcal (28%) Carbohydrates 34g (11%) Protein 55g (110%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 232mg (77%) Sodium 3226mg (134%) Potassium 858mg (25%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 792IU (16%) Vitamin C 5mg (6%) Calcium 177mg (18%) Iron 4mg (22%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 559

% Daily Value*

Calories 559kcal 28%
Carbohydrates 34g 11%
Protein 55g 110%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Trans Fat 1g 50%
Cholesterol 232mg 77%
Sodium 3226mg 134%
Potassium 858mg 18%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 792IU 16%
Vitamin C 5mg 6%
Calcium 177mg 18%
Iron 4mg 22%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.