Southern Fried Chicken

Susan

5 years ago

This easy southern fried chicken recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!

This easy southern fried chicken recipe is packed with incredible flavor and simple to prepare. Perfect for family meals or special occasions!

Course Main Course

Cuisine Southern

Keyword chicken, fried, southern

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 25

Total Time 40

Servings 4 servings

Season chicken pieces on all sides with 1 tsp seasoned salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Place into an oblong baking dish and cover with 2 1/2 cups buttermilk. Turn to coat. Chill overnight, turning once.
minutes before frying: Remove chicken from buttermilk, discard marinade. On a plate sift together the flour, cornstarch, 2 tsp seasoned salt, 1 tsp black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder and paprika.
In a large shallow bowl whisk together the eggs, 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/2 cup buttermilk and hot sauce.
Dredge chicken pieces in flour, into egg wash then into flour again. Arrange on a baking sheet. Let stand for 30 minutes to bring to room temperature and set breading.
To fry: Preheat the oven to 200°F. Prepare a rimmed baking sheet with an oven safe baking rack. Set aside.
Fill a 12-inch cast iron skillet between 1/3 full with oil. Heat to 350°F. Carefully lower chicken pieces in oil. Fry dark meat and white meat separately.
Maintain oil temperature around 350°F. Fry chicken in batches cooking dark meat pieces and white meat separately. Cook for 10-15 minutes per side or until juices run clear and the internal temperature reaches 165°F. Turn carefully using tongs to avoid splatters.
Place fried pieces on rack and keep warm in oven between batches.
Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Pre-heat & Prep: Always gather all ingredients before cooking southern fried chicken.
Flavor Adjustment: Adjust seasoning to taste near the end of cooking.
Storage Tips: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.