Fried Chicken Wings Recipe

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Fried Chicken Wings Recipe

These fried chicken wings are juicy and extra crispy with a simple brine, coated in buttermilk and seasoned flour, then lightly fried for a flaky crust.

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FOR THE BRINE

  • 6 cups water or enough to cover the chicken
  • 3 tablespoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper add up to 1 tablespoon additional favorite seasoning blend, like blackening seasoning or Cajun seasoning

FOR THE CHICKEN WINGS

  • 2 pounds chicken wings separated and wing tips removed
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1.5 cups buttermilk
  • 1 large egg beaten
  • 1-2 tablespoons hot sauce Louisiana style preferred
  • 1 cup flour all-purpose
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups vegetable oil or use peanut or canola for frying
  • For Serving. Your favorite hot sauce or wing sauce. Try my homemade buffalo sauce recipe. So good!
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Instructions

  1. Add the chicken wings to a large bowl with the salt and pepper, and optional extra seasonings. Add enough water to cover. Cover and refrigerate to brine for at least 4 hours. Overnight is best for the most flavor penetration.
  2. When you’re ready to cook, remove the chicken wings and pat them dry. Season with salt and pepper.
  3. In one large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, eggs and hot sauce.
  4. In another large bowl, stir together the flour, cornstarch, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, and salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Heat the oil in a large wide pot over medium-high heat to 350 degrees F. If you are unable to measure the temperature, add a droplet of batter to the oil. It is ready when the batter sizzles. Do NOT bring the oil to a boil.
  6. Dredge the chicken wings in the seasoned flour-cornstarch mixture, then into the buttermilk mixture, then into the flour one more time.
  7. Fry the chicken wings in the oil 7-8 minutes, or until they turn golden brown, stirring here and there to ensure even cooking. An instant read thermometer inserted should measure 165 degrees F internally. It could take 10-12 minutes for frying, depending on the thickness of your chicken wings. Remove and drain on a paper towel lined plate, or on a wire rack.
  8. Toss with your favorite wing sauce and serve, or serve naked with the wing sauce on the side. Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

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Calories 529kcal (26%) Carbohydrates 45g (15%) Protein 30g (60%) Fat 24g (37%) Saturated Fat 8g (40%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 9g Trans Fat 0.2g Cholesterol 145mg (48%) Sodium 5539mg (231%) Potassium 439mg (13%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 1778IU (36%) Vitamin C 4mg (4%) Calcium 152mg (15%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 529 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 529kcal 26%
Carbohydrates 45g 15%
Protein 30g 60%
Fat 24g 37%
Saturated Fat 8g 40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 9g 45%
Trans Fat 0.2g 10%
Cholesterol 145mg 48%
Sodium 5539mg 231%
Potassium 439mg 9%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 1778IU 36%
Vitamin C 4mg 4%
Calcium 152mg 15%
Iron 3mg 17%

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

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