Southern-Style Crispy Fried Chicken – Extra Crunchy & Juicy! (Page 2 ) | April 25, 2025

✔ 8 pieces of bone-in chicken (legs, thighs, breasts, wings) 🍗
✔ 2 cups (480ml) buttermilk 🥛
✔ 1 tbsp hot sauce (optional, for extra flavor) 🌶
✔ 1 tbsp salt 🧂
✔ 1 tsp black pepper
✔ ½ tsp smoked paprika

For the Crispy Coating:

✔ 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 🌾
✔ ½ cup (65g) cornstarch (for extra crunch!)
✔ 1 tbsp baking powder (makes the crust light & crispy)
✔ 1 tbsp salt 🧂
✔ 1 tsp black pepper
✔ 1 tsp garlic powder 🧄
✔ 1 tsp onion powder 🧅
✔ 1 tsp paprika
✔ ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for spice) 🔥

For Frying:

✔ Vegetable oil or peanut oil (for deep frying)
✔ Thermometer (oil should be 350°F / 175°C)

✅ Buttermilk Tenderizes! The acid in buttermilk makes the chicken extra juicy & flavorful.

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🔄 Step-by-Step Instructions

1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken (Best Flavor & Juiciness!)