Mamaw's Southern Buttermilk Chicken

Mamaw's Southern Buttermilk Chicken
  • PREP TIME
    30 mins
  • COOK TIME
    1 hrs 20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    9 hrs 50 mins
  • SERVING
    10 People
  • VIEWS
    51

Experience the timeless taste of the South with our Buttermilk Chicken. Marinated in a tangy buttermilk blend and perfectly spiced, each piece is fried to golden perfection, then baked to ensure it's juicy and cooked all the way through. A true taste of Southern comfort.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    54 g
  • Cholesterol
    74 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    29 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    971 mg
  • Sugar
    12 g
  • Fat
    20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Rinse the chicken, and cut the chicken breast halves in half horizontally to make 10 pieces in all. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels. Combine the buttermilk, hot pepper sauce, and garlic in a large plastic zipper bag. Add the chicken pieces, and squeeze the air out of the bag, close it, and refrigerate overnight. (at least 8 hours)

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02 Step

Recipe View The next day, preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). (15 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Heat the vegetable oil in a large, deep-sided skillet over medium heat until the oil shimmers but doesn't smoke. (5-7 minutes) Whisk together the flour, brown sugar, salt, black pepper, sage, paprika, and garlic powder in a large bowl. Remove 2 or 3 pieces of chicken at a time from the buttermilk mixture, and press into the flour mixture until well coated. Shake off excess flour. (10 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View Fry 2 or 3 pieces of coated chicken at a time in the hot oil until the crust is golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes (chicken meat may still be pink inside). Drain on paper towels, and place into a 9x13-inch baking dish.

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05 Step

Recipe View Bake uncovered in the preheated oven for 1 hour.

For extra crispy chicken, double-dredge each piece in the flour mixture before frying.
Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying; this helps to prevent the chicken from becoming greasy.
If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or white vinegar to 1 cup of milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes before using.
Adjust the amount of hot sauce to your preference. For a milder flavor, reduce the amount or omit it altogether.
The baking step is crucial to ensure the chicken is cooked through, especially near the bone.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 17 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Raoul Toy

    The buttermilk marinade is the key! I've never had fried chicken this good. Will definitely make it again!

  • Fannie Ankunding

    This recipe is amazing! The chicken was so tender and flavorful. The family loved it!

  • Dario Koepp

    The chicken was crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. A true Southern classic!

  • Danial Dubuque

    I added a little cayenne pepper to the flour mixture for an extra kick, and it was delicious!

  • Rita Marvin

    I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfect. The baking step really makes a difference. Thank you for sharing!

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