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Southern Fried Chicken Recipe | Crispy & Juicy Comfort Food

Make authentic Southern fried chicken at home! Crispy, golden, and juicy inside this recipe is the ultimate comfort food.

Southern Fried Chicken


Introduction

Southern fried chicken is true comfort food crispy, crunchy, and perfectly seasoned. Here’s how to make it at home.


Ingredients:

  • 3 lbs chicken (drumsticks & thighs work best)

  • 2 cups buttermilk

  • 2 cups flour

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp salt

  • Oil for frying

Southern Fried Chicken


Instructions:

  1. Soak chicken in buttermilk for at least 4 hours (overnight is best).

  2. Mix flour with spices.

  3. Heat oil (350°F/175°C). Dredge chicken in flour mixture.

  4. Fry until golden brown (15–18 minutes, depending on size).

  5. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.


Tip: Double-dip in buttermilk and flour for extra crunch.

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Location: United States

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