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Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken
This recipe yields crispy fried chicken with a tender, juicy interior, thanks to a buttermilk soak. The chicken gets a seasoned flour coating before frying, creating a golden, crunchy crust. It's a straightforward process, just requiring a good eye on the oil temperature.
Method
2 steps · 45 min total
- 01
Coat the Chicken
In a shallow dish, whisk together the 3/4 cup flour, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, and 1 teaspoon pepper. Dip each piece of chicken into the 1 cup buttermilk, letting any excess drip off, then dredge it thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing to ensure an even coating.
