Easy and Delicious Country Fried Chicken

I’ve got something downright finger-lickin’ for you today: Easy and Delicious Country Fried Chicken. Imagine biting into juicy chicken encased in a crispy, golden-brown crust. Oh, my friends, it’s the kind of meal that just feels like home, y’know? Why try it? Because this isn’t your average takeout dish — this is a love letter to comfort food, the kind that makes your taste buds sing and your heart do a little jig. Plus, it’s so doable you’ll wonder why you haven’t made it a thousand times already!

Let’s be real for a second. My husband swoons whenever I make this. In our household, this chicken has legendary status. There’s something about biting into that crunchy coating that makes him happier than a kid in a candy store. I remember the first time I whipped up this dish, hoping to impress his folks. Spoiler alert: I totally did. Now it’s our Sunday family tradition — even the pupper waits patiently by the dinner table hoping for a piece to “accidentally” fall on the floor!

How to Make It

Grab that chicken because we’re about to turn it into something magical. Start by getting a couple bowls out — I always forget and then have to dig around my messy cupboard while elbow-deep in flour. Hefty pinch of salt here, sprinkle of some pepper there. While you’re at it, mix up a batch of seasoned flour. Dunk that chicken in, let it go for a swim in buttermilk, then back into the flour for a double bath (because this is about indulgence, folks). Heat up some oil in a big ol’ skillet — enough to get that chicken sizzling and talking to you. Fry until it’s golden and screaming “eat me.” Try (and fail) not to snack before it’s on the table.

✔Ingredient Notes

– Chicken: Pick your favorite. I used drumsticks once and it was amazing, but I’m a thigh gal myself.
– Flour: The glue that holds it all together — literally.
– Buttermilk: It’s like a spa day for the chicken, keeping it moist. You can DIY with milk + some lemon juice.

✔Recipe Steps

1. Mix flour with seasonings in a bowl.
2. Dip chicken in flour, then buttermilk, and back into the flour.
3. Heat oil in a skillet on medium-high.
4. Fry chicken until golden and cooked through.

What to Serve It With

✔Tips & Mistakes

– Don’t overcrowd the skillet. I did it once… great if you’re into a soggy mess.
– Know your oil’s smoke point. Trust me.

✔Storage Tips

If you miraculously have any leftovers, stick ’em in a Tupperware and toss ’em in the fridge. Cold fried chicken is a breakfast-from-the-fridge classic. Ever tried it with waffles? Thank me later.

✔Variations and Substitutions

– Swap out buttermilk with regular milk and a splash of vinegar. It works like a charm!
– Gluten-free flour for those sensitive bellies out there. No judgments, texture’s still banging.
– Ever tried adding cayenne? Spicy lil’ kick that’ll make things interesting.

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Easy and Delicious Country Fried Chicken

This classic country fried chicken recipe is crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside, and perfect for a comforting meal.

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Prep Time: 20 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Servings: 4

Calories: 120kcal

Ingredients

 

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Main Ingredients

• ▢ 2 lb chicken thighs
• ▢ 1.5 cup all-purpose flour for dredging
• ▢ 1 tsp salt
• ▢ 0.5 tsp black pepper freshly ground
• ▢ 1 tsp paprika
• ▢ 1 cup buttermilk
• ▢ 0.5 cup vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

Preparation Steps

• In a large bowl, combine the flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
• Dip each chicken thigh in buttermilk, then dredge in the seasoned flour mixture until fully coated.
• Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat until hot.
• Fry the chicken thighs for 7-8 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
• Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels before serving hot.

Notes

For extra crispy chicken, double dredge by dipping again into buttermilk and flour before frying.