fried chicken recipe
fried chicken recipe let’s discover together how to prepare fried chicken, a delicious dish that’s impossible to resist. A must-have of American cuisine
| Season | All the seasons |
| Ingredients | 14 |
| Ease of the | Easy |
| Ready in | 60 min |
how to make fried chicken
While watching a movie or TV series, do we get hungry when we see the characters eating classic American fried chicken? This recipe is perfect for us: let’s discover together how to prepare fried chicken drumsticks and wings! An irresistible dish and a true must of American cuisine.
We took inspiration from the fried chicken of a famous U.S. fast-food chain known for this very preparation. Their recipe is secret, but this one is quite similar because in the United States fried chicken is actually made this way, even at home. So we’re confident we’ve come very close to the ‘original’ preparation.
When recreating fast-food recipes at home, the result is always better than the original because you use carefully selected, always fresh ingredients. In this case, the cost of the recipe is also really low. You just need to pay a bit of attention while following all the steps.
crispy fried chicken recipe
The process for preparing American-style fried chicken is different from the typical chicken recipes or fried foods we make in Italy. The meat must marinate in buttermilk mixed with an egg and flavored with a blend of spices. This marinade makes the fried chicken crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The spice mix can vary greatly from one recipe to another: we used smoked paprika, pepper, oregano, chili pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Feel free to choose according to your taste, but keep in mind that the spices are very important.
We prepared the coating using a mix of flour, cornstarch, baking powder for savory dishes, and spices. We then made the chicken even crunchier with a double coating, which isn’t mandatory but is highly recommended.
Another important aspect: we must choose small wings and drumsticks of similar size, so that they cook evenly. White meat, unlike red meat, must always be eaten well cooked.
how to make fried chicken batter
Come on, let’s make the fried chicken recipe together—we’re sure you’ll love it!
Ingredients
Method
- In a small bowl, mix together one teaspoon of smoked paprika, a pinch of black pepper and another pinch of chili powder, one teaspoon of oregano, half a teaspoon of garlic powder, and one teaspoon of onion powder.
- Mix the buttermilk, one teaspoon of the spice mix, a bit of salt, and one egg using a fork.
- Dip the chicken into the bowl with the seasoned buttermilk, gently mix, then cover with plastic wrap and let it marinate for at least one hour. You can also marinate the chicken for several hours or in the refrigerator overnight.
- “Mix the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and the remaining spices.
- Drain the chicken and coat it with the seasoned flour. Dip it back into the buttermilk, then coat it again with the seasoned flour. This double coating will give you a crispy and flavorful crust.
- Heat the peanut oil in a pan. Adjust the amount according to the size of the pan, keeping in mind that the chicken should be covered with oil on only one side—you don’t need to fully submerge it.Fry the chicken in the hot oil, placing only a few pieces at a time so as not to lower the oil’s temperature and to achieve a light, crispy fry. Cook the chicken for about 6–7 minutes per side, until it turns golden-amber.
- Proceed the same way with all the chicken pieces, placing them on paper towels to remove the excess oil as you go
- Serve our fried chicken piping hot with ketchup and mayonnaise, just like in fast-food restaurants!”
temp oil fried chicken
Some consider frying a true art, and indeed nothing elevates the deliciousness of certain foods like frying: fries, vegetables, fish, meat, and even some desserts!
The frying oil must be at the right temperature to cook the food properly without risking altering its taste. Knowing the correct frying temperature is important if you want to achieve perfectly crispy food, avoiding the risk of burning the oil and, consequently, your precious dishes.
Below, you’ll discover interesting facts and plenty of tips, from the right oil to use to explanations of the various frying methods. Mastering the art of frying means you’ll be able to create countless recipes and become a true kitchen expert!
