How to make Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Recipe | Easy & Delicious!

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt maintains tanginess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: canola oil

💰Cheaper: peanut oil

Canola oil is healthier with a higher smoke point.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds flavor without extra cost.

Soak chicken drumsticks in buttermilk for at least 1 hour.

In a large bowl, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

Remove each drumstick from the buttermilk and coat it well in the flour mixture.

Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F.

Fry chicken in batches for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy.

Check the internal temperature; it should be 165°F.

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