Crispy Fried Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup buttermilk
• 1 tbsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• Oil for frying

Instructions

1. Wash and pat dry the chicken pieces.
2. In a bowl mix chicken with buttermilk, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Marinate 30 minutes.
3. Place flour in a separate bowl.
4. Coat each chicken piece in flour, pressing well for a thick crust.
5. Heat oil to 350°F / 175°C.
6. Fry chicken 12–15 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked.
7. Remove and drain on paper towels.
8. Serve hot and crispy.