Joanna Gaines Fried Chicken Recipe
This Joanna Gaines Fried Chicken Recipe is crispy, juicy and full of flavor. It is perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 kg chicken pieces legs, thighs, or breast
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon chili powder optional
- Oil for frying
Instructions
Marinate the chicken
- Place chicken in a bowl. Pour buttermilk over it. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
Prepare coating mixture
- In another bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder and chili powder. Stir well to combine evenly.
Heat the oil
- Pour oil into a deep pan. Heat on medium heat. Oil should reach about 175°C for perfect frying results.
Coat the chicken
- Remove chicken from buttermilk. Dip each piece into flour mixture. Press well to coat completely for a crispy texture.
Rest the coated chicken
- Place coated chicken on a rack. Let it rest for 10 minutes. This helps the coating stick better during frying.
Fry the chicken
- Carefully place chicken in hot oil. Fry in batches. Do not overcrowd the pan to keep temperature steady.
Cook until golden
- Fry each piece for 12 to 15 minutes. Turn occasionally. Chicken should be golden brown and cooked inside completely.
Drain excess oil
- Remove chicken and place on paper towels or wire rack. This removes extra oil and keeps chicken crispy.
Serve hot
- Let chicken rest for few minutes. Serve warm with your favorite sides and enjoy crispy homemade fried chicken.
Notes
- Use cornflour for extra crispiness
- Add hot sauce to buttermilk for spicy flavor
- Use bone-in chicken for juicier results
- Keep oil temperature steady while frying
- Add herbs like thyme for extra taste
- Use air fryer for a lighter version
- Double fry for extra crunch