Description
Fried chicken thighs are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a mouthwatering combination of juicy meat and a crispy, golden crust. This beloved dish is perfect for family dinners, potlucks, or cozy nights in, guaranteed to satisfy your cravings and create lasting memories. With a simple marinade and an easy coating process, you can serve up this classic recipe that will have everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs (skin-on)
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Vegetable oil for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken: Combine chicken thighs and buttermilk in a large bowl. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Make the coating: In another bowl, whisk together flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the oil: In a large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches about 350°F.
- Dredge the chicken: Remove each thigh from buttermilk and coat generously in the flour mixture.
- Fry the chicken: Carefully place chicken thighs in hot oil without overcrowding. Fry each side for 7-9 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Drain and serve: Transfer fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 85mg