Description
Southern fried chicken is a classic dish that promises a delightful crunch and savory flavor in every bite. With its crispy, golden exterior and tender, juicy chicken inside, this recipe is perfect for family gatherings or casual weeknight dinners. Marinated in buttermilk and seasoned to perfection, each piece delivers an unforgettable taste experience that evokes memories of warm, loving kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (about 1.5 lbs)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Cajun spice blend
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying (enough to submerge chicken halfway)
- 2 tbsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk mixed with hot sauce for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight).
- Prepare the coating: In a bowl, mix flour, Cajun spice blend, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the oil: In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering (about 5-7 minutes).
- Dredge the chicken: Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Coat each piece thoroughly in the flour mixture.
- Fry the chicken: Carefully place coated chicken into hot oil without overcrowding. Fry for about 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Drain and serve: Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Allow resting for five minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece of fried chicken (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 385
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 19g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding paprika or cayenne pepper to your flour mixture. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days; reheat in a preheated oven at 375°F for about 15-20 minutes.