Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering experience of Spicy Buttermilk Fried Chicken—a dish that boasts a crispy exterior and juicy, tender meat infused with a delightful kick. This recipe is perfect for family gatherings, game day celebrations, or any cozy night in when you crave something comforting and flavorful. The unique marinade featuring spicy buttermilk ensures each bite is bursting with flavor, while the double-dipping technique guarantees an irresistible crunch. Whether served with fresh salads, dipping sauces, or classic sides like mashed potatoes and cornbread, this chicken will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 quarts full-fat buttermilk
- 3 large eggs
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 whole chicken (3.5 – 4 lbs), cut into pieces
- Cooking oil for frying
- 1/2 cup hot sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon Kosher salt
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon white pepper
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- 2 teaspoons celery salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon baking powder
- 2 large onions, thinly sliced
- 3–4 tablespoons Kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons black peppercorns
Instructions
- Combine buttermilk, sliced onions, garlic, hot sauce, salt, and black peppercorns in a large resealable bag.
- Add chicken pieces to the marinade, seal tightly, and refrigerate for 6-12 hours.
- In a small bowl, mix all spices together.
- Shake off excess marinade from chicken and sprinkle half of the spice blend on both sides.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and remaining spices in a separate bowl.
- Coat chicken pieces in flour mixture using an extra-large resealable bag.
- Prepare egg wash by beating eggs with buttermilk and hot sauce; dip chicken again before coating with flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F; fry chicken until golden brown (13-16 minutes for white meat).
- Drain excess oil on a cooling rack before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 160mg