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Crispy Fried Chicken 🍗
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The Best Crispy Fried Chicken You'll Crave Again and Again

This crispy fried chicken recipe is a celebration of comfort food, combining succulent chicken with a perfectly golden coating that you'll crave.
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Comfort Food, Crispy Fried Chicken, Easy Fried Chicken, Family Meal, Fried Chicken Recipe, Homemade Chicken
Servings: 4 pieces
Calories: 400kcal

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • tongs
  • Bowl
  • Meat Thermometer

Ingredients

  • 4 pieces Chicken Thighs Bone-in, skin-on for best flavor
  • 1 cup Buttermilk For marinating the chicken
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour For dredging the chicken
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder For seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Optional for heat
  • 3 cups Vegetable Oil For frying

Instructions

  • In a bowl, marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.
  • In a separate bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne.
  • Heat the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
  • Remove chicken from buttermilk and dredge in the flour mixture.
  • Fry the chicken in hot oil for 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  • Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Notes

Serve with your favorite dipping sauces and sides for a complete meal.