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Southern Fried Chicken

Juicy seasoned chicken with a deeply crisp Southern-style crust.

60 minPrep 25 minCook 35 min👨‍🍳 6 servings4.9Medium
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Southern Fried Chicken

WHAT YOU NEED

Ingredients

Ingredients adjusted for 6 servings

  • 1 ½ kg chicken pieces
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 cups flour
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • Salt
  • Oil for frying

Equipment

  • Chopping board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Cooking spoon
  • Suitable pan or pot

STEP BY STEP

Method

  1. 1

    Marinate chicken in seasoned buttermilk.

  2. 2

    Mix flour and spices.

  3. 3

    Coat chicken thoroughly.

  4. 4

    Ask an adult to fry in batches until golden and fully cooked.

  5. 5

    Drain and rest before serving.

Nutrition note

Nutrition varies with portions and ingredient brands.

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WHAT I LEARNED

Kitchen knowledge

Buttermilk tenderises chicken while seasoned flour builds the crust.

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SAFETY FIRST

Kitchen safety

Raw chicken and deep frying require strict hygiene and adult supervision.