Church's Fried Chicken is known for its deliciously crispy and flavorful fried chicken. Here's a recipe you can try to recreate their famous chicken at home:
Ingredients:
- 8 pieces of chicken (legs, thighs, or a combination)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried mustard powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions:
1. Rinse the chicken pieces and pat them dry with paper towels.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, dried thyme, dried basil, dried oregano, dried mustard powder, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to ensure all the spices are evenly distributed.
3. Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl.
4. Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, coating it thoroughly.
5. Shake off any excess flour and then dip the chicken into the buttermilk.
6. Coat the chicken once again in the flour mixture, pressing it onto the chicken to ensure a thick coating.
7. Place the coated chicken on a baking rack and let it rest for about 15-20 minutes. This allows the coating to adhere better and helps create a crispier texture.
8. While the chicken is resting, heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan or deep fryer to about 350-375°F (180-190°C).
9. Carefully place the chicken pieces into the hot oil, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Fry in batches if necessary.
10. Fry the chicken for about 15-18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C) and the coating is golden brown and crispy.
11. Once cooked, remove the chicken from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
12. Serve the Church's Fried Chicken hot and enjoy!
Note: The cooking time may vary depending on the size and type of chicken pieces, so adjust accordingly. It's also important to use caution while working with hot oil to avoid any accidents or injuries.
How to make church’s fried chicken
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