Sure, here’s a classic recipe for Southern fried chicken batter:
Ingredients:
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon salt (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
- Rinse the chicken pieces under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk with half of the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
- Place the chicken pieces in the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to tenderize.
- In another large bowl, combine the flour with the remaining half of the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to create the seasoned flour mixture.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess liquid to drip off.
- Dredge each chicken piece in the seasoned flour mixture, making sure it’s thoroughly coated. Shake off any excess flour.
- Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, making sure not to overcrowd the skillet. Fry in batches if necessary.
- Fry the chicken pieces for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature of the chicken should reach 165°F (75°C).
- Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve the Southern fried chicken hot, with your favorite sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread.
Enjoy your delicious Southern fried chicken!
