Appetizers

American Fried Chicken

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The most popular food of the Southern cuisine, fried chicken is the theme of many arguments where everyone involved seems to have a favorite, be it what their mothers used to make, a cult roadside eatery, or a bygone restaurant. However, it is universally agreed that the meat must be moist, succulent, and tender, coated with a crunchy, golden-brown crust.

American Fried Chicken

Recipe by Coop Can CookCourse: AppetizersCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Medium
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Cooking time

30

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Resting Time

4

hours 
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

The most popular food of the Southern cuisine, fried chicken is the theme of many arguments where everyone involved seems to have a favorite, be it what their mothers used to make, a cult roadside eatery, or a bygone restaurant. However, it is universally agreed that the meat must be moist, succulent, and tender, coated with a crunchy, golden-brown crust.

Ingredients

  • 8-9 pieces of chicken

  • 1 quart buttermilk

  • 2 1/2 cups self-rising flour

  • 1 TBS cornstarch

  • canola oil for frying

  • Spice Blend:

  • 1 TBS Cajun or Creole Seasoning

  • 1 1/2 TBS poultry seasoning.

  • 1 TBS onion powder

  • 1 TBS garlic powder

  • 1 tsp lemon pepper

  • 1 tsp celery salt

  • 1 TBS Accent (optional)

Directions

  • Remove excess fat from chicken and place into a bowl.
  • Mix the spice blend together and sprinkle half of it on the chicken
  • Rub the spices into the chicken evenly
  • Pour the buttermilk over the chicken (it’s okay if the spices float in the milk. Chill out.)
  • Cover the chicken and refrigerate for at least 4 hours. (Overnight is cool too.)
  • Pour the flour, cornstarch, and remaining spice blend into a bag, batter bowl, or shallow baking dish.
  • Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and shake off the excess. (Don’t rinse the chicken, Crazy!)
  • Add the chicken pieces into whatever you’re using and shake or dredge it. Don’t make this difficult.
  • Heat oil in a deep-fryer or frying pan to 350 F
  • Carefully place the chicken into the oil. Do not overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches.*
  • Drain the chicken on paper towels or a wired rack
  • Allow it to rest for 5-10 mins. before eating or just burn the roof of your mouth. It’s up to you.
  • Enjoy!

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