Church's Fried Chicken Recipe
Church's Fried Chicken Recipe is a famous dish from the South. It is crispy, juicy, and full of tasty spices.
Equipment
- Big mixing bowls
- Measuring spoons
- Deep fryer or deep pot
- Tongs
- Baking tray
- Wire rack
- Paper towels
- Meat thermometer
- Whisk
- Slotted spoon
Ingredients
For Chicken Marinade:
- 2 lbs chicken legs and thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
For Seasoned Flour:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper
For Frying:
- Vegetable oil enough for deep frying
Instructions
Step 1:
- Wash the chicken and dry it with paper towels.
Step 2:
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.
Step 3:
- Put chicken in the bowl and mix it well.
Step 4:
- Cover and put in fridge for 4 hours or overnight.
Step 5:
- In another bowl, mix all dry flour spices.
Step 6:
- Take chicken out of the marinade and shake off the liquid.
Step 7:
- Roll chicken in the flour mix until fully covered.
Step 8:
- Place on a wire rack and let it rest 15 minutes.
Step 9:
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
Step 10:
- Fry a few pieces at a time until they are crispy brown.
Step 11:
- Take it out with tongs and place on paper towels.
Step 12:
- Let the chicken rest for 5 minutes before eating.
Notes
- Always marinate chicken for more flavor.
- Let the coating rest before frying.
- Keep oil hot and steady while frying.
- Don’t put too much chicken in the pot.
- Use a thermometer to make sure chicken is cooked.