How To Make Southern Spicy Fried Chicken
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 4 chicken drumsticks
- 4 chicken thighs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornmeal
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
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In a large bowl, mix together buttermilk, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator.
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In a separate bowl, mix flour and cornmeal.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C).
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Take each chicken piece out of the buttermilk mixture, letting excess drip off, and coat in the flour mixture. Press the flour mixture onto the chicken to ensure a crispy coating.
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Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil and fry for about 10 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
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Remove chicken from oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
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Serve hot and enjoy the crispy and spicy Southern fried chicken!
Nutrition
- Calories : 520kcal
- Total Fat : 28g
- Saturated Fat : 7g
- Cholesterol : 185mg
- Sodium : 1210mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 34g
- Dietary Fiber : 2g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 31g
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