Homemade Chicken Joy (Fast Food at Home)

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt reduces calories while maintaining tanginess.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free and similar in flavor.

Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 4 hours or overnight in the refrigerator.

Prepare a dredging station with flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, cayenne pepper, and paprika.

Mix dry ingredients in a large bowl until well combined.

Remove chicken from marinade and let excess drip off.

Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.

Set coated chicken aside on a wire rack for 15 minutes to allow the coating to adhere.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

Carefully lower chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding.

Fry chicken for 10-12 minutes until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally.

Use a meat thermometer to check that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Remove chicken and drain on paper towels.

Serve hot with gravy or a side of rice.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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