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Super Crispy Country Fried Chicken

INGREDIENTS:

10 - 12 medium chicken drumsticks (You can also use any chicken part you wish.)
1 cup buttermilk
2 cups all purpose flour
1/2 cup corn starch
1 teaspoon rosemary
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoons salt, divided
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon thyme
1 large egg

DIRECTIONS:

In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, corn starch, rosemary, paprika, celery salt, cayenne, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and thyme. Mix until well combined. Add 2 tbsp of buttermilk to the mixture and whisk once again. This will bake the coating crumbly and the chicken extra crispy.

Add the chicken to a separate bowl and pour the buttermilk over the top and crack the egg in. Season with the other tsp of salt and mix until the chicken is completely coated.

Dredge each piece of chicken in the flour mixture and set aside on a wire rack.

To achieve maximum crispiness, dredge the chicken in the buttermilk and flour mixture a second time - double dredging.

Preheat your oil in a deep fryer or a heavy pot to 350 degrees F. Place the chicken in and fry for about 10 to 12 minutes until cooked through and golden brown.

Place the fried chicken on a wire rack or paper towels after frying to drain any excess oil. This step helps keep the crust crispy.

Serve and enjoy your super crispy country fried chicken.

TIPS:

For the best flavor, marinate your chicken for at least 4 hours, or even overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to penetrate the meat and makes it more succulent.

If you don't have buttermilk, you can make a substitute by adding 1 tablespoon of white vinegar or lemon juice to 1 cup of milk.

Fry the chicken in batches to avoid overcrowding the pot, which can lower the oil temperature and result in greasier chicken. Allow enough space for the pieces to cook evenly.

NUTRITION:
serving size: 1 piece

Calories: 409         Carbs: 32g         Sodium: 500mg         Fiber: 4g         Protein: 36g