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crispy golden crunch chicken on white plate with dipping sauce on white counter

Crunch Chicken Recipe

This ultimate crunch chicken recipe gives you incredibly crispy, juicy chicken every time using my 5 secret techniques. With a flavorful marinade, double coating, and perfect frying tips, it’s your go-to guide for golden, restaurant-worthy results at home.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Southern
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Resting Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 510kcal
Cost: $12

Equipment

  • 1 Heavy-bottomed pot For deep frying
  • 1 Candy Thermometer For oil temperature
  • 1 Wire cooling rack For draining
  • 2 Large mixing bowls For marinade and coating
  • 1 Tongs For flipping chicken
  • 1 Paper towel-lined tray For draining excess oil

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 2 lbs chicken pieces thighs, drumsticks, or breasts
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste

For the Coating

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

For Frying

  • 6 cups vegetable oil for deep frying
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for shallow frying option

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken
  • Mix coating
  • Dredge chicken
  • Rest chicken
  • Heat oil
  • Fry chicken
  • Drain on rack

Notes

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

Nutrition

Serving: 180g | Calories: 510kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 110mg | Sodium: 960mg | Potassium: 490mg | Fiber: 1.5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 850IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 65mg | Iron: 3.2mg