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Southern Fried Chicken

Buttermilk-brined chicken fried to shattering, craggy crispness on the outside while staying juicy within, this is the real deal Southern fried chicken worth standing over the stove for.

30mPrep

40mCook

70mTotal

5 servingsServings

AdvancedDifficulty

★ 4.7Rating

Why You'll Love This

Craggy, extra-crunchy crust from a proper buttermilk brine
Juicy meat that stays tender through a long fry
Classic Southern technique explained step by step
Great warm or cold the next day

Ingredients

3.5 pounds bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (thighs, drumsticks, breasts)
2 cups buttermilk

Nutrition (estimated per serving)

560Calories

38.0gProtein

32.0gFat

24.0gCarbs

1.0gFiber

890mgSodium

Method

In a large bowl or zip-top bag, combine the buttermilk, hot sauce, and 1 teaspoon of the salt. Add the chicken pieces, making sure each one is fully submerged, and cover (or seal the bag).

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