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Crispy, Flavor-Packed Best Fried Chicken Recipe

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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Marinating 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Course Dinner / Lunch
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 420 kcal

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)
Keyword Crispy Flavor-Packed Best Fried Chicken Recipe