Southern Fried Chicken Batter

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DESCRIPTION:
This Southern Fried Chicken Batter creates extra-crispy, golden, and flavorful fried chicken with a juicy inside. Perfectly seasoned and easy to make, this classic batter gives you restaurant-style fried chicken at home.

INGREDIENTS:

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 eggs
  • 1½ cups cold buttermilk (or regular milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
  • 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)
  • Chicken pieces (as needed)
  • Oil for frying

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Wash and pat dry the chicken pieces.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and baking powder.
  3. In another bowl, whisk eggs, buttermilk, and hot sauce.
  4. Dip each chicken piece into the wet mixture.
  5. Coat well in the dry flour mixture.
  6. For extra crispiness, dip again in wet mixture and coat again with flour.
  7. Heat oil in a deep pan to 170–180°C (340–350°F).
  8. Fry chicken in batches for 12–15 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
  9. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.

TIPS:

  • Let coated chicken rest for 10 minutes before frying for better coating.
  • Use cold buttermilk for a crispier crust.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan while frying.
  • Add herbs like thyme or oregano for extra flavor.
  • Serve hot with coleslaw, biscuits, or fries.

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