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Southern Fried Chicken Batter

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This classic Southern Fried Chicken Batter creates crispy, golden-brown chicken with a juicy and flavorful interior. The perfect blend of spices and buttermilk ensures your fried chicken is irresistibly delicious.

Ingredients

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  • For the Chicken:
    • 4 lbs chicken pieces (legs, thighs, wings, or breasts, cut into portions)
    • 2 cups buttermilk
  • For the Batter:
    • 2 cups all-purpose flour
    • 1/2 cup cornstarch
    • 1 tbsp garlic powder
    • 1 tbsp onion powder
    • 1 tbsp paprika
    • 1 tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
    • 1 tsp black pepper
    • 2 tsp salt
    • 1 tsp baking powder
  • For Frying:
    • Vegetable oil (for deep frying, about 4 cups)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken:
    • Rinse the chicken pieces under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
    • Place the chicken in a large bowl and pour buttermilk over it. Let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour or up to overnight for best flavor and tenderness.
  2. Make the Batter:
    • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, black pepper, salt, and baking powder.
    • Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off. Do not discard the buttermilk.
  3. Coat the Chicken:
    • Dip each piece of chicken back into the reserved buttermilk, then dredge it thoroughly in the flour mixture, pressing the flour onto the chicken to ensure a thick coating. Repeat this step for extra crispiness.
  4. Fry the Chicken:
    • Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
    • Carefully add chicken pieces to the oil, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry in batches for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F or 74°C).
    • Remove the chicken with tongs and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
  5. Serve and Enjoy:
    • Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces or sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or biscuits.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of dried herbs (like oregano or thyme) to the flour mixture.
  • Use a kitchen thermometer to maintain oil temperature for consistent frying results.

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