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Buttermilk Skillet Fried Chicken
This recipe makes classic skillet-fried chicken, marinated in buttermilk for tenderness, then dredged in a seasoned flour mixture before frying. The buttermilk helps the chicken stay juicy and gives the coating something to cling to. You'll want a heavy-bottomed skillet for even cooking, and be sure not to crowd the pan so the chicken browns properly.
Method
3 steps · 45 min total
- 01
Prep Chicken and Wet Mixture
Start by cleaning the chicken pieces, removing the skin if you prefer. Season them generously all over with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1 tablespoon pepper.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the 2 cups buttermilk and 1 egg until combined. In a large glass baking pan, combine the 1/4 cup flour, 1 tablespoon paprika, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch.
