Best 5 American Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe By Tasty Recipes

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Indulge in the crispy, golden-brown goodness of American Buttermilk Fried Chicken, a Southern classic known for its tender, juicy meat and flavorful crust. This recipe collection features two tantalizing variations: the Original Buttermilk Fried Chicken, a timeless classic with its simple yet irresistible flavors, and the Nashville Hot Buttermilk Fried Chicken, a spicy, fiery rendition that packs a punch. Both recipes utilize buttermilk as a tenderizing agent, resulting in succulent, moist chicken that pairs perfectly with crispy, seasoned breading. Whether you prefer the classic taste of the Original or the bold heat of the Nashville Hot, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating this iconic dish in the comfort of your own kitchen. Get ready to savor the delectable combination of crispy, flavorful breading and tender, juicy chicken that will leave you craving more.

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BUTTERMILK-FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH RECIPE BY TASTY



Buttermilk-Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: buttermilk, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, boneless, skinless chicken thighs, plain greek yogurt, fresh dill, garlic powder, lemon juice, grated parmesan cheese, all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, peanut or vegetable oil, softened butter, brioche burger buns, butter lettuce, tomatoes

Provided by Robert Broadfoot

Categories     Lunch

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups buttermilk
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
1 ½ cups plain greek yogurt
3 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 tablespoons lemon juice
¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon salt
2 teaspoons black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon garlic powder
peanut or vegetable oil, for frying
softened butter, for buns
8 brioche burger buns
1 head butter lettuce
2 tomatoes, sliced

Steps:

  • Make the buttermilk marinade: In a medium bowl, combine the buttermilk, salt, pepper, and cayenne. Toss in the chicken thighs in the marinade to coat. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator, or overnight.
  • Make the dill dressing: In a small bowl, combine the yogurt, dill, garlic powder, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Cover and let sit for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator to chill.
  • Make the seasoned flour: In a medium bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper, cayenne, and garlic powder. Dip the marinated chicken in the flour mixture until the chicken is completely covered.
  • Heat the oil in a deep pot until it reaches 350˚F (180˚C). Do not fill more than halfway with oil. Carefully fry the chicken for 7 minutes, or until cooked through.
  • The internal temperature should reach 165˚F (75˚C), and the chicken should be golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate or wire rack.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Butter the cut sides of the burger buns, then toast on the hot skillet until browned and crisp. Build the sandwiches with the toasted buns, lettuce, fried chicken, tomato slices, and dill dressing.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 578 calories, Carbohydrate 77 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 34 grams, Sugar 13 grams

AMERICAN BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN RECIPE BY TASTY



American Buttermilk Fried Chicken Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chicken drumsticks, chicken thighs, salt, pepper, oregano, paprika, white pepper, garlic powder, buttermilk, all-purpose flour, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, oil

Provided by Alvin Zhou

Categories     Dinner

Yield 3 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

3 chicken drumsticks, bone-in
3 chicken thighs
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
oil, for frying

Steps:

  • Combine the chicken with all the marinade ingredients in a large bowl. Stir to make sure each piece of chicken is coated evenly, then cover with cling film and chill for about an hour.
  • Combine all of the breading ingredients in a large bowl, then roll the marinated chicken pieces in the flour, shaking off excess. Repeat with the rest of the chicken.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over high heat to about 350°F.
  • Fry 3-4 pieces at a time for about 15-20 minutes until the breading is dark golden brown, flipping several times to ensure the breading cooks evenly and does not burn. The heat of the oil should drop to about 320°F.
  • Drain the chicken on paper towels or on a wire rack, resting for about 10-15 minutes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 807 calories, Carbohydrate 82 grams, Fat 24 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 59 grams, Sugar 8 grams

BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN



Buttermilk Fried Chicken image

Here is a basic yet delicious recipe for buttermilk fried chicken, with a crisp crust and luscious interior. Learn this recipe and perfect your frying technique, and then expand your fried chicken repertoire. Try adding some paprika or cayenne to the dredge, or a bit of hot sauce to the brine. And don't forget to drizzle hot honey over it all before serving. (To make one, simply heat a half cup of honey in a small pot set over low heat and shake in red pepper flakes or hot pepper sauce to taste.)

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     project, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 chicken, approximately 3 to 3 1/2 pounds, cut into 10 pieces (or use a mix of thighs and drumsticks)
3 to 4 cups buttermilk
3 tablespoons kosher salt, more as needed
2 teaspoons ground black pepper, more as needed
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups peanut oil, lard or a neutral oil like canola, more as needed

Steps:

  • Place chicken pieces in a bowl and toss them with buttermilk, 2 tablespoons salt and a healthy grind of black pepper. Cover and marinate for at least an hour and up to a day.
  • Combine flour, 1 tablespoon salt and 2 teaspoons pepper in a large bowl or, ideally, a paper bag large enough to accommodate the flour and the pieces of chicken.
  • Pour oil into a large, heavy-bottomed cast-iron skillet with high sides and a lid, to a depth of a few inches. Heat oil over medium-high heat to 350 degrees.
  • Set a rack on a baking sheet or tray. Place the chicken pieces in the paper bag filled with the flour mixture and shake well to coat, or toss them in the bowl with the flour mixture to achieve a similar result.
  • Shake off excess flour and fry the pieces of chicken skin-side down, in batches so as not to crowd the pan, for about 5 to 15 minutes, covered by the lid. Remove the lid, turn over the chicken pieces, and cook for about 5 to 15 minutes more, uncovered, until they are cooked through and a deep golden brown. Color is as or more important than time: Watch your chicken and get it out when it's golden brown.
  • Remove chicken to the rack to drain and rest, sprinkle with salt and serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 802, UnsaturatedFat 50 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 58 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 869 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams

BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN



Buttermilk Fried Chicken image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 2h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (3 1/2 pound) chicken, cut into 8 pieces
2 cups buttermilk
Salt
Vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup self-rising flour
1/2 teaspoon sweet paprika
Freshly ground pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Toss the chicken, buttermilk and 1 teaspoon salt in a bowl. Cover and refrigerate, 1 hour.
  • Heat 1 inch of vegetable oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until a deep-fry thermometer registers 360.
  • Mix the flour, paprika, 1/4 teaspoon pepper and the garlic powder in a shallow bowl. Remove the dark meat from the buttermilk, shake off the excess and roll in the flour mixture. Shake off the excess flour, place in the hot oil and fry, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 15 minutes (adjust the heat as needed). Drain on paper towels.
  • Reheat the oil to 360 degrees F. Repeat with the chicken breasts and wings, frying for about 15 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.

CHEF JOHN'S BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN



Chef John's Buttermilk Fried Chicken image

I love the tangy tenderization that the buttermilk provides. After the buttermilk soak, dredge the chicken pieces in seasoned flour, and fry them in hot oil until crisp and cooked.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Fried Chicken Recipes

Time 6h45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 (3 1/2) pound chicken, cut into 8 pieces
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
¼ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon dried sage
½ teaspoon white pepper
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon paprika
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon white pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 ½ quarts peanut oil for frying

Steps:

  • Toss together chicken pieces, black pepper, salt, paprika, rosemary, thyme, oregano, sage, white pepper, and cayenne in a large bowl to coat.
  • Stir in buttermilk until chicken is coated. Refrigerate for 6 hours.
  • Combine flour, salt, paprika, cayenne, garlic powder, white pepper, and onion powder in a large shallow dish.
  • Remove chicken from the buttermilk and dredge each piece in the seasoned flour. Shake off any excess and transfer to a plate.
  • Heat peanut oil in a large Dutch oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Add all the chicken to the pan and cook for 10 minutes.
  • Turn chicken pieces and cook for another 10-15 minutes.
  • Remove chicken from the oil and transfer to a cooling rack set over a paper towel lined baking sheet. Let sit for 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1261.6 calories, Carbohydrate 55.7 g, Cholesterol 179 mg, Fat 85 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 66 g, SaturatedFat 15.6 g, Sodium 1443.2 mg, Sugar 6.3 g

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven to fry the chicken. This will help to maintain a consistent temperature and prevent the chicken from sticking.
  • Make sure the chicken is completely dry before frying. This will help to prevent the oil from splattering.
  • Use a meat thermometer to check the internal temperature of the chicken. The chicken is done when it reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This will help to keep the juices in the chicken.
  • Serve the chicken with your favorite sides, such as mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or green beans.

Conclusion:

American Buttermilk Fried Chicken is a classic dish that is loved by people of all ages. This recipe is easy to follow and produces delicious, crispy chicken that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you are serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this chicken is sure to be a hit.

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