Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Buttermilk Fried Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    0 mins
  • COOK TIME
    0 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    0 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    28

Experience the ultimate comfort food: juicy, tender chicken cloaked in a shatteringly crisp buttermilk and tempura crust. Each bite delivers a symphony of savory spices and satisfying crunch.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    57 g
  • Cholesterol
    210 mg
  • Fiber
    0 g
  • Protein
    58 g
  • Saturated Fat
    11 g
  • Sodium
    431 mg
  • Sugar
    6 g
  • Fat
    49 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step
5 mins

Prepare the Chicken Marinade: Thoroughly wash the chicken pieces and pat them completely dry. In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk, garlic powder, onion powder, poultry seasoning, and celery seeds. (5 minutes)

02

Step
8 hrs

Marinate the Chicken: Submerge the chicken pieces in the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate for at least 8 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the chicken to tenderize. (8-24 hours)

03

Step
10 mins

Heat the Oil: In a large, heavy-bottomed frying pan or wok, heat the vegetable oil to 325 degrees F (160 degrees C). Use a thermometer to ensure accurate temperature control. (10 minutes)

04

Step
5 mins

Prepare the Tempura Coating: Drain the chicken pieces in a colander to remove any excess buttermilk marinade. Place the Kikkoman Tempura Batter Mix in a large paper bag. Add the drained chicken pieces to the bag. (5 minutes)

05

Step
3 mins

Coat the Chicken: Close the top of the paper bag securely and gently shake to thoroughly coat the chicken pieces with the tempura batter mix, ensuring each piece is evenly covered. (3 minutes)

06

Step
15 mins

Fry the Chicken: Carefully remove the coated chicken pieces from the bag and gently place them in the preheated oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry the chicken, turning the pieces over after approximately 3 minutes, or until golden brown. Continue to fry, turning occasionally, until the chicken is cooked through and browned on all sides. (15-20 minutes)

07

Step

Rest and Serve: Remove the fried chicken pieces from the oil and place them on a wire rack lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Allow the chicken to rest for a few minutes before serving. This helps to keep the crust crispy. Serve hot and enjoy!

For extra crispy chicken, double dip the chicken in the tempura batter mix before frying.
Ensure the oil temperature remains consistent throughout the frying process for even cooking.
Do not overcrowd the pan, as this will lower the oil temperature and result in soggy chicken. Work in batches if necessary.
If you don't have celery seeds, you can substitute with a pinch of ground celery salt.

Audreanne Schultz

Written by

Our recipe authors are passionate food lovers who share thousands of diverse dishes from around the world. They bring daily cooking inspiration with delicious, easy-to-make recipes for every occasion.

RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 3.9/ 5 ( 9 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (9)
  • Marcella Kerluke

    This recipe is amazing! The chicken comes out so crispy and juicy every time.

  • Adolphus Hudson

    I added a pinch of cayenne pepper to the batter for a little kick. It was delicious!

  • Oren Mcglynn

    My family absolutely loved this fried chicken. It's definitely going into our regular rotation.

  • Cassidy Carter

    I marinated the chicken for 24 hours and it was incredibly tender. Highly recommend the longer marinating time.

  • Coy Ohara

    The tempura batter makes a huge difference. It's so much lighter than regular flour-based coatings.

  • Lafayette Pouros

    This is the best fried chicken recipe I've ever tried!

  • Prudence Stark

    Amazing recipe. I have made this twice now and it's always a big hit.

  • Coby Bashirian

    Be careful not to burn the chicken. Keep a close eye on the oil temperature.

  • Stephania Abernathy

    The directions are easy to follow, even for a beginner like me.

LEAVE A REVIEW

Please Rate