Crispy Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken
Crispy Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that tantalizes your taste buds with its bold flavors and satisfying crunch. This recipe features juicy chicken marinated in a flavorful buttermilk mixture, coated with a blend of aromatic spices, and fried to golden perfection. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, this dish is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a go-to option for any occasion. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce
- 2 pounds chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, wings)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, ground black pepper, and kosher salt; whisk until smooth.
- Submerge chicken pieces in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- In another bowl, mix flour with cornstarch and spices.
- Remove chicken from the marinade; dredge in flour mixture and place on a wire rack.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F. Fry chicken pieces for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Drain excess oil on paper towels or wire rack before serving hot.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of fried chicken (about 150g)
- Calories: 390
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 95mg