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Crispy Golden Delight

Crispy Golden Delight: The Ultimate Fried Chicken Recipe

This Crispy Golden Delight recipe features the ultimate fried chicken that is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 pieces Bone-in, Skin-on Chicken Thighs and legs preferred
  • 2 cups Buttermilk Can substitute with yogurt mixed with water
For the Dredging Mixture
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free flour can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh garlic may be used
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika delivers extra flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Salt Adjust according to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Dried Basil can also be used
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground is best
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Mustard Can replace with a dash of Dijon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to heat preference
For Frying
  • 4 cups Vegetable Oil Peanut or canola oil works well

Equipment

  • deep fryer
  • large bowl
  • shallow dish
  • candy thermometer
  • Tongs
  • wire rack
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Marination
  1. Place bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces into a large bowl. Season with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Pour buttermilk over the chicken, coating each piece. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.
Prepare Dredging Mixture
  1. In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, baking powder, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
Heat Oil
  1. In a deep fryer or large pot, pour in vegetable oil to a depth of 2-3 inches. Heat the oil to 340°F over medium-high heat.
Dredge Chicken
  1. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge in the flour mixture, pressing gently for an even coating.
Fry Chicken
  1. Carefully place the dredged chicken in the hot oil, working in batches. Fry for about 15 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 170°F.
Drain Chicken
  1. Transfer the fried chicken to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil. Let it rest for a few minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the chicken to rest after frying to ensure maximum juiciness and crispiness.

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