ngredients :
For the Chicken
8 chicken drumsticks
2 cups buttermilk
1 tbsp hot sauce (optional)
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup cornstarch
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tsp black pepper
1½ tsp salt
Vegetable oil for frying
How to Make It :
Marinate the Chicken:
Combine buttermilk and hot sauce in a large bowl. Add the drumsticks and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for a best fried chicken recipe, juicy chicken dinner, and family favorite meal.
Prepare the Coating:
In a separate bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. This creates the extra crispy chicken coating, restaurant-style fried chicken, and comfort food classic texture.
Coat the Chicken:
Remove chicken from the marinade and dredge thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture. Press the coating onto the chicken for a crispy golden crust, best homemade fried chicken, and crowd-pleasing recipe.
Fry Until Golden:
Heat oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken in batches for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally until deeply golden brown and cooked through. This delivers a crispy chicken masterpiece, Southern-style favorite, and weekend dinner winner.
Rest & Serve:
Transfer to a wire rack and let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy this best comfort food meal, crispy chicken feast, and easy family dinner while hot and crunchy.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cook Time: 15 minutes | Marinating Time: 4 hours | Total Time: 4 hours 30 minutes | Serving: 4 persons
Calories: ~720 per serving | Protein: ~42g per serving