Description
This Crispy Fried Chicken recipe delivers a perfect crunchy exterior paired with juicy, tender chicken inside using a double coating technique and plant-based ingredients. Ideal for family dinners or weekend feasts, it features simple, everyday ingredients and customizable spice levels for a flavorful, satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Chicken and Marinade
- Chicken pieces (bone-in, skin-on): 3–4 lbs
- Plant-based buttermilk: 2 cups
- Vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural): 2 tablespoons
- Salt: 1 teaspoon (for marinade)
Coating
- All-purpose flour: 2 cups
- Natural gelling agent: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic powder: 1 teaspoon
- Onion powder: 1 teaspoon
- Paprika: 1 tablespoon
- Black pepper: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 1 teaspoon
Frying
- Vegetable oil: 3–4 cups (for frying)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Soak the chicken pieces in plant-based buttermilk mixed with vegetarian Worcestershire sauce and a pinch of salt. Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight to tenderize the meat and infuse flavor.
- Prepare the Coating: In a large bowl, mix all-purpose flour, natural gelling agent, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, and salt until well combined to form the crispy coating mixture.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove chicken from the marinade, allowing excess liquid to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing gently to cover entirely. For extra crunch, dip the coated chicken back into the buttermilk and then again in the flour mixture.
- Heat the Oil: Pour vegetable oil into a deep skillet or heavy pan to a depth of about two inches. Heat over medium-high heat until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C) for optimal frying temperature.
- Fry the Chicken: Place the coated chicken pieces carefully into the hot oil without overcrowding. Fry in batches for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Drain and Rest: Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil. Let rest a few minutes to lock in juiciness and retain crispiness before serving.
Notes
- Maintain consistent oil temperature to ensure even frying and avoid greasy chicken.
- Use fresh, dry flour mixture for optimal crisp texture.
- Double dipping the chicken in marinade and flour adds extra crunch.
- Rest fried chicken on a wire rack to keep it crispy instead of soggy.
- Use a thermometer to check internal temperature for safe and perfectly cooked chicken.
- Prep Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: crispy fried chicken, fried chicken recipe, juicy fried chicken, plant-based marinade, double coating chicken, easy fried chicken
