Homemade Fried Chicken Recipe

buttermilk

🥗Healthier: low-fat yogurt

💰Cheaper: milk + vinegar

Low-fat yogurt provides tanginess with fewer calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cornmeal

Whole wheat flour adds fiber, while cornmeal gives a crunchy texture.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are more accessible and last longer.

Brine the chicken in water and salt to enhance flavor.

Prepare a dredging station with flour, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, and black pepper in a bowl.

Remove the chicken from the brine and let it drain.

Coat each piece of chicken in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.

Heat cooking oil in a deep skillet to the appropriate frying temperature.

Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.

Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally.

Cooking Techniques

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