Southern Fried Chicken Batter: A Crispy Delight

Creating the perfect Southern fried chicken involves a flavorful batter that delivers a crispy and juicy result. Here’s a classic recipe to achieve that golden-brown goodness:​

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour​Log in or sign up to view
• 2 teaspoons black pepper​Allrecipes+5community.goodsam.com+5Allrecipes+5
• 2 teaspoons paprika​
• 4 teaspoons garlic salt​community.goodsam.com
• ½ teaspoon poultry seasoning​
• 1 cup buttermilk​
• 2 beaten eggs​

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Seasoned Flour:
   • In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, black pepper, paprika, garlic salt, and poultry seasoning. Mix well to ensure an even distribution of the spices.​
2. Prepare the Wet Mixture:
   • In a separate bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and beaten eggs until well combined.​
3. Coat the Chicken:
   • Dip each piece of chicken into the wet mixture, ensuring it’s fully submerged and coated.​
   • After dipping, transfer the chicken to the seasoned flour mixture, thoroughly coating all sides.​
   • For an extra crispy texture, you can repeat the dipping process—first in the wet mixture and then in the flour mixture again.​
4. Frying:
   • Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to approximately 350°F (175°C).​
   • Carefully place the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan.​
   • Fry until the chicken reaches a deep golden brown color and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).​
   • Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.​

Serving Suggestions:

Serve your crispy Southern fried chicken with classic sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or creamed corn for a complete meal.​YouTube

Enjoy your homemade Southern fried chicken!