Buttermilk is used to soak this Fried Chicken Recipe, which results in a chicken that is extremely crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside. A wonderful and simple dish that is ideal for hosting a game day or getting together with friends and family.
INGREDIENTS
– 4-poundchickencut into piece– vegetable oil for fryingBrine:– 2cupsbuttermilk– 2cupspickle juice– 1/4cuphot sauceoptionalCoating:– 2cupsflour– 1tablespoonsalt– 1teaspoonground black pepper– 1tablespoonpaprika– 1tablespoongarlic powder
INSTRUCTIONS
1
Cut and remove the chicken backbone. Chicken is normally chopped into 8-10 pieces.
2
Mix pickle juice and buttermilk in a large bowl. For more heat, add spicy sauce.
Add chicken chunks to the mixture. Let stand 30 minutes or refrigerate 24 hours.
3
Stir flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a medium shallow bowl.Set a wire rack on a baking sheet nearby.
4
Toss one chicken piece in the flour mixture and lay it on the cooling rack after removing it from the buttermilk. Let it sit 20–30 minutes.
5
Add the flour mixture to a large baking dish, pour the chicken in, and toss before placing it on the cooling rack to save time.
6
Half-fill a large/deep frying pan with oil. Fry chicken in batches at 365 degrees, being cautious not to overcrowd. Cook chicken for 10 minutes or more until crispy and golden.
7
Remove chicken from oil and drain on a cooling rack over paper towels.
Use your favorite sauce and enjoy.