THOMAS KELLER'S BUTTERMILK FRIED CHICKEN

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Categories     Chicken     Fry

Yield 24 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 23

Brining:
24c water
1c kosher salt
1/2c + 1T honey
18 bay leaves
30 unpeeled garlic cloves
3T whole black peppercorns
5 large rosemary sprigs
11/2 bunch thyme
11/2 bunch parsley
2T finely grated lemon peel
3/4c lemon juice
3 31/2pound chickens
Frying:
6c flour
5T garlic powder
5T onion powder
4t paprika
4t cayenne
1t black pepper
4t kosher salt
6c buttermilk
12c peanut oil

Steps:

  • Brining: Bring all ingredients except chickens to boil in lg pot. Boil 1min. Cool completely. Chill until cold, about 2hrs. Rinse chickens. Add to brine, pressing to submerge. Chill 12-24 hrs. Drain and pat dry. Cut each chicken into 8 pieces. Frying: Line 2 lg baking sheets w/parchment. Mix 1st 6 ingr. + 4t salt in lg bowl. Place buttermilk in another bowl. Dip chicken in flour, then buttermilk, then flour. Place on prepared sheets. Let stand 1-2hrs. Pour peanut oil into heavy large pot. Heat to 320/330°. Fry leg and thighs first turning once about 13mins. Breasts 7 mins. Transf to paper towels to drain. Sprinkle with salt.

Umer ayaz Khan
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Overall, I thought this was a good recipe. The chicken was juicy and flavorful, and the crust was crispy. However, I think it could have been better if I had used a different type of flour. The all-purpose flour that I used made the crust a little to


Adiela Divine
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I didn't have all of the ingredients for this recipe, so I had to make some substitutions. The chicken still turned out pretty good, but it wasn't as good as it would have been if I had used the correct ingredients.


Gilbert Huizar
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This recipe was a bit too complicated for me.


4_7 t_o_f_a_n
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The crust on the chicken was a bit too thick.


Mishu Gazi
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The chicken was a bit dry.


Brad Pirikahu (Braddlesdakiwi)
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This chicken was a little too greasy for my taste.


JR ARJUN
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the best fried chicken I've ever had.


Khan Nabi
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This recipe is a must-try for any fried chicken lover. The chicken is incredibly juicy and tender, and the crust is perfectly crispy.


AsempaWeb
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I've made this chicken several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing.


Ghulam Murtza
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This chicken was delicious! I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly.


Priyanka Bisthaa
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I'm not a huge fan of fried chicken, but this recipe changed my mind. The chicken was so moist and flavorful, and the crust was perfectly crispy.


Rebecca Akua
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again.


Archibald Reuben
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I've tried many fried chicken recipes, but this one is by far the best. The chicken is so tender and juicy, and the crust is perfectly crispy.


Mason Anders
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This chicken was a hit at my last dinner party. Everyone raved about how delicious it was.


Ashelle Bryant
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to follow and the chicken always turns out perfectly. I've made it for my family and friends several times and they all love it.


Jeremy Lanteigne
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Wow, this chicken is amazing! The crust is perfectly crispy and the meat is so moist and flavorful. I'm definitely going to try this recipe again.


Connie Reed
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This fried chicken recipe is a game-changer! The buttermilk marinade makes the chicken incredibly juicy and tender, while the double-coating of flour ensures a crispy, golden-brown crust. I'll definitely be making this again and again.