SPANISH-STYLE FRIED CHICKEN WITH GRILLED AVOCADO

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Inspired by Spanish flavors, this fried chicken from chef Suzanne Goin of Los Angeles' A.O.C. gets a spicy boost in both the marinade and the seasoned breading. At A.O.C., Goin serves the dish with a romesco aioli. For a similar sauce, combine equal parts romesco and mayonnaise.

Provided by Suzanne Goin

Categories     Los Angeles     Chicken     Fry     Suzanne Goin     Deep-Fry     Cumin     Coriander     Buttermilk     Paprika

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 garlic cloves, smashed
4 cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon Aleppo-style pepper or 3/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
3 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, divided
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided, plus more
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1/2"-thick strips
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
2-3 quarts vegetable oil (for frying), plus more for brushing
2 firm, ripe California avocados, cut into quarters, skin removed
Spicy mayonnaise or combine equal parts romesco and mayonnaise (for serving; optional)
Special Equipment
A deep-fry thermometer

Steps:

  • Combine garlic, buttermilk, Aleppo-style pepper, cumin, coriander, 1 tsp. paprika, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. black pepper in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken and toss to coat, then chill at least 4 hours and up to overnight.
  • Whisk flour, cayenne, and remaining 3 Tbsp. paprika in a medium shallow bowl.
  • Fit a large heavy pot with deep-fry thermometer. Pour in oil to a depth of 2"; heat over medium-high until thermometer registers 350°F. Reduce heat to medium and raise or lower as needed to maintain a temperature of 350°F. Working in batches, remove chicken from marinade, shaking off excess, and dredge in flour mixture. Fry chicken, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 minutes per batch. Transfer to a paper towel-lined rimmed baking sheet; season with salt.
  • Heat a grill pan over medium. Brush avocado with oil; season with remaining 1/4 tsp. salt and 1/4 tsp. pepper. Grill, turning occasionally, until lightly charred, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a platter and arrange avocado alongside; serve with spicy mayonnaise, if desired.

Dark Ninja
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I give this recipe a 4 out of 5 stars.


sirenkillgaming
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Overall, this is a good recipe, but it could be improved with a few tweaks.


Andrea Marks
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I would recommend using a different type of oil for frying the chicken.


Anekwe Kingston
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This recipe is a little too salty for my taste.


full jhakas
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chicken turned out dry.


mohammed zahoor
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This dish is a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Attah Joshua
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I made this recipe for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved the chicken and the avocado.


TH Tanvir Hossain
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I'm not a huge fan of avocado, but I really enjoyed this dish. The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the avocado added a nice creaminess.


Shivani
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's easy to make and the results are delicious.


Mosim Ali
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The chicken was crispy and the avocado was creamy. The two flavors complemented each other perfectly.


Mirajul khondokar
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Al Davis
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I followed the recipe exactly and the chicken turned out great! The avocado was a nice touch.


Sello Maleme
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The chicken was a little dry, but the avocado was delicious.


Terrance Thomas
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again.


Fatima
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I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! The chicken was crispy and flavorful, and the avocado was a perfect complement.


M Saif Shahid
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This chicken was amazing! The avocado was a great addition and added a creaminess to the dish.