CHEF JOHN'S BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN

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I love the tangy tenderization that the buttermilk provides. After the buttermilk soak, dredge the chicken pieces in seasoned flour, and fry them in hot oil until crisp and cooked.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Fried Chicken Recipes

Time 6h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (3 1/2) pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried sage
½ teaspoon white pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon white pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 ½ quarts peanut oil for frying

Steps:

  • Toss together chicken pieces, black pepper, salt, paprika, rosemary, thyme, oregano, sage, white pepper, and cayenne in a large bowl to coat.
  • Stir in buttermilk until chicken is coated. Refrigerate for 6 hours.
  • Combine flour, salt, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, white pepper, and onion powder in a large shallow dish.
  • Remove chicken from the buttermilk and dredge each piece in the seasoned flour. Shake off any excess and transfer to a plate.
  • Heat peanut oil in a large Dutch oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Add all the chicken to the pan and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Turn chicken pieces and cook for another 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from the oil and transfer to a cooling rack set over a paper towel lined baking sheet. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1261.6 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Cholesterol 179 mg, Fat 85 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 66 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 1443.2 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Arnel G.
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I'm not a big fan of fried chicken, but this recipe might just change my mind.


Victoria Andrade
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks delicious!


Alazigha Faith
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This is the best fried chicken recipe I've ever tried. It's a must-make for any fried chicken lover.


Equah Resh
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The crispy coating on this chicken is amazing. It's so flavorful and satisfying.


Cole Johnson
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The buttermilk marinade really makes a difference in the flavor of this chicken. It's so juicy and tender.


Shafi Ur Rehman
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I love this recipe because it's so easy to follow. Even if you're a beginner in the kitchen, you can make this chicken and it will turn out great.


Shain Ahmed
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This is my go-to fried chicken recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and I get compliments on it every time I make it.


ali Ch543
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I tried this recipe for a special occasion and it was a hit! The chicken was cooked perfectly and the flavor was incredible. Everyone raved about it.


abu bokor Siddik
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Chef John's buttermilk fried chicken is the best fried chicken I've ever had. The chicken is so flavorful and moist, and the coating is crispy and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe!


Darius Rucker
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This fried chicken recipe is a winner! The buttermilk marinade makes the chicken so tender and juicy, and the crispy coating is perfection. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out amazing. My family loved it!