Description
Southern Mama’s Fried Chicken is a delicious and crispy dish that embodies the flavors of the South, made with a secret recipe that has been passed down through generations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, soak the chicken pieces in buttermilk for at least 2 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
- In another bowl, mix together the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and let the excess drip off.
- Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring it is well coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes per batch.
- Remove the chicken and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot and enjoy your Southern Mama’s Fried Chicken!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture for a spicy kick.
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying to ensure crispy chicken.
- Let the chicken rest for a few minutes after frying for the best texture.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Southern Mama’s Fried Chicken, Fried Chicken, Southern Recipe, Crispy Chicken