Crispy Country Fried Chicken Like Grandma Made
Golden, crunchy, and packed with homestyle flavor, this Crispy Country Fried Chicken tastes just like Grandma used to make. The buttermilk marinade keeps the chicken tender and juicy, while the seasoned flour coating fries to a perfect golden crunch. Ideal for family dinners or a weekend comfort meal, this fried chicken will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Equipment
- Deep skillet or Dutch oven
- Wire rack
- Mixing bowls
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken pieces (bone-in or boneless)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1.5 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups peanut or vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Place chicken in a bowl or zip-top bag and cover with buttermilk. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk and let excess drip off. Dip chicken into flour mixture, pressing coating firmly. For extra crunch, double-dip by returning to buttermilk and coating again in flour.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken in batches for 10-12 minutes (bone-in) or 6-8 minutes (boneless) until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Transfer to a wire rack or paper towel-lined tray and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
For extra crunch, use a double-dredge method and always maintain oil temperature at 350°F.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 28gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 780mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 8IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg
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