🍗 Southern Fried Chicken Batter

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🍗 Southern Fried Chicken Batter

Crispy, golden, and full of Southern flavor — this is the only fried chicken recipe you’ll ever need!
Whether it’s for Sunday dinner or a comfort-food craving, this homemade batter gives your chicken that perfect crunch on the outside and juicy tenderness inside.

🧂 Ingredients:

For the Buttermilk Marinade (Optional but highly recommended):

  • 8 pieces of chicken (legs, thighs, breasts, or wings)

  • 2 cups buttermilk

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

For the Batter & Coating:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tsp salt

  • 1 tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1 tsp onion powder

  • 1 tsp paprika (smoked for deeper flavor)

  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for heat)

  • 1 tsp baking powder (for extra crispiness)

  • 2 large eggs

  • ¾ cup milk or water

For Frying:

  • Vegetable or peanut oil for deep frying

👩‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Marinate the Chicken (Optional, but for maximum juiciness):
    Place chicken in a bowl with buttermilk, salt, and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.

  2. Prepare the Batter:
    In a large bowl, whisk together flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, and baking powder.

  3. Make the Egg Wash:
    In a separate bowl, beat eggs and milk (or water) until well combined.

  4. Double Dredge for Crunch:

    • Remove chicken from marinade.

    • Dredge each piece in the flour mix → then dip in egg wash → then back into the flour. Press well for a thick coating.

  5. Fry It Up:
    Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep fryer or heavy skillet.
    Fry chicken in batches for 12–15 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F / 74°C).

  6. Drain & Rest:
    Remove and place on a wire rack or paper towels. Let rest 5 minutes before serving.

🍴 Serving Tips:

  • Serve with hot sauce, honey butter, mashed potatoes, or biscuits.

  • Make it a full Southern meal with coleslaw and sweet tea!

🔥 Why This Recipe:

  • Double-dredge method = extra crunch

  • Buttermilk soak = flavor and moisture

  • Classic spices = nostalgic comfort food

  • Simple ingredients = pantry-friendly

📌 Save this recipe — your family will request it over and over!
💬 Drop a “YUM” if this is going on your dinner menu!

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