The Best Crispy Fried Chicken Recipe
A comfort-food classic with tender meat, crispy breading, and an irresistible crunch served with a side of loaded mashed potatoes.
Equipment
- Thermostat
- Large stock pot
Ingredients
- 3 lbs chicken pieces
For The Buttermilk Brine
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 tsp hot sauce optional
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
For The Seasoning
- 2 cups all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
- ½ cup cornstarch
- 2 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp garlic powder
- 2 tsp onion powder
- 1½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp cayenne pepper adjust for heat
For Frying
- peanut, canola, or vegetable oil
Instructions
- Combine buttermilk and seasonings; marinate chicken at least 4 hours.
- Mix flour, cornstarch, and spices.
- Dredge chicken in flour, dip again in buttermilk, dredge again.
- Rest breaded chicken 15 minutes.
- Heat oil to 350°F.
- Fry chicken in batches 12–14 minutes (dark meat), 7–9 minutes (white meat).
- Rest on rack 10 minutes before serving.
- Enjoy the crunch
Notes
the estimated nutritional information for one serving of your crispy fried chicken recipe (based on 6 servings using bone-in chicken thighs and drumsticks, fried in canola oil).
⚠️ Note: Exact nutrition values will vary depending on your chicken cuts, frying oil, and how much breading/oil is absorbed during cooking.
🧮 Nutrition Facts – Crispy Fried Chicken (per serving)
| Nutrient | Amount (per serving) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 482 kcal |
| Total Fat | 28 g |
| Saturated Fat | 5.6 g |
| Trans Fat | 0.1 g |
| Cholesterol | 142 mg |
| Sodium | 725 mg |
| Total Carbohydrates | 22 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 33 g |
| Vitamin A | 8% DV |
| Vitamin C | 2% DV |
| Calcium | 6% DV |
| Iron | 15% DV |
| Potassium | 410 mg |
💡 Quick Nutrition Insights:
- High in protein: Keeps you full and supports muscle recovery.
- Moderate carbs: From the flour coating — perfect for energy.
- Rich in iron and potassium: Essential for energy and heart health.
- Tip for lighter fried chicken: Use an air fryer or oven-fried method to cut fat by up to 50%.