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Recipe for Classic Buttermilk Fried Chicken

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Ingredients Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken: 4 pieces (legs and thighs)
  • Marinade: 1 cup buttermilk, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Breading: 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp cayenne, salt and pepper
  • Oil for Frying: Peanut or vegetable oil

Notes

Instructions:
  1. Marinate the Chicken: Combine buttermilk, salt, pepper, and paprika. - Refrigerate chicken in marinade for 4-8 hours.
  2. Prepare the Breading: In a shallow dish, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
  3. Dredge and Fry: Dredge each piece in the breading mixture, pressing to ensure an even coating. Fry in hot oil for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown.
  4. Rest and Serve: Let chicken rest on a rack to drain excess oil. Serve hot.