Publix Fried Chicken Recipe
Publix Fried Chicken Recipe is crispy and tasty. It has a crunchy outside and juicy inside. This homemade version lets you enjoy it anytime.
Equipment
- Large pot or deep fryer
- Meat thermometer
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Tongs
- Wire rack
- Baking sheet
- Paper towels
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 8 chicken pieces legs, thighs, breasts
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 eggs
- 2 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
- Put chicken in a bowl and add buttermilk.
- Let it sit for 4 hours or overnight.
- In another bowl, mix flour, salt, and spices.
- Whisk eggs in a separate bowl.
- Take chicken from buttermilk and coat with flour.
- Dip in the egg mix, then coat with flour again.
- Heat oil to 350°F in a fryer or pot.
- Fry chicken in batches for 10-12 minutes.
- Check if the inside is 165°F before taking it out.
- Put on a wire rack to remove extra oil.
Notes
- Use a thermometer to check oil temperature.
- Marinate longer for juicier chicken.
- Double-coat for a crunchier crust.
- Let fried chicken rest before eating.
- Do not put too much chicken in the pot.