Crispy Golden Fried Chicken
Crispy Golden Fried Chicken
Crispy, golden, and irresistible. This crunchy chicken recipe is perfect for when you want comfort food that delivers both flavour and texture.
Equipment
- 2 Large mixing bowls
- 1 Whisk
- 1 Deep skillet or fryer
- 1 Wire rack
- 1 Tongs
- 1 Food thermometer
Ingredients
Marinade
- 3 lb chicken drumsticks or thighs
- 4 cups 4 cups buttermilk
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
Seasoning Mix
- 2 cups flour or gluten-free flour
- 2 cups cornstarch
- 1 tbsp salt
- 1 tbsp cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
- 1 tbsp garlic powder
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
Wet Batter
- 1 cup seasoning mix
- 1 cup cold water
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken
- In a bowl, combine buttermilk, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and Cajun seasoning.
- Add chicken, cover, and refrigerate for at least 4 hours (overnight preferred).
Prepare Seasoning Mix
- In another bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, baking powder, smoked paprika, and Cajun seasoning.
- Reserve 1 cup for the wet batter.
Make the Wet Batter
- Whisk 1 cup of the seasoning mix with 1 cup cold water until smooth.
Coat the Chicken
- Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off.
- Dredge chicken in the dry seasoning mix.
- Dip into wet batter, then coat again in the dry seasoning mix.
Fry the Chicken
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry chicken in batches for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Place on a wire rack to drain excess oil and keep crispy.
Video
Notes
- Add a splash of hot sauce to the marinade for extra flavor.
- Use a thermometer to keep oil temp consistent for best crunch.
- Rest chicken on a wire rack, not paper towels, to maintain crispiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 28gFat: 22g
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