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Homestyle fried chicken

Homestyle Fried Chicken

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole chicken cut into 8 pieces (about 3-4 pounds)
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon seasoned salt
  • 2 teaspoons black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying about 4 cups

Method
 

  1. Cover chicken with buttermilk in a large bowl; refrigerate at least 2 hours or overnight.
  2. Mix flour, seasoned salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne in a shallow dish.
  3. Heat oil in a large deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F.
  4. Remove chicken, letting excess buttermilk drip off; dredge thoroughly in seasoned flour.
  5. Briefly dip in buttermilk again, then flour for a thick coating.
  6. Carefully add chicken skin-side down without crowding; work in batches if needed.
  7. Fry 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown and center reaches 165°F.
  8. Drain on a wire rack over a baking sheet; rest 5 minutes before serving.