Nothing beats the smell of crispy fried chicken fresh out of the skillet, golden, crunchy, juicy, and packed with flavor in every bite.
This is the best homemade fried chicken recipe for anyone who wants that classic Southern-style crunch without needing fancy ingredients.
Whether you’re cooking for a weekend family dinner, game night, or just craving comfort food, this recipe delivers restaurant-quality fried chicken right from your kitchen.
Crispy, Flavor-Packed Best Fried Chicken Recipe
Ingredients
For the Chicken Marinade:
- 2 lbs chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, wings)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1 tbsp t sauce (optional, for extra flavor)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
For the Crispy Coating:
- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil or peanut oil (enough for deep frying)
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