Description
Learn how to make Gordon Ramsay’s crispy and flavorful Buttermilk Fried Chicken at home with this easy recipe. The chicken is marinated in buttermilk and coated with a seasoned flour mixture before frying to golden perfection.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 4 free-range chicken thighs
- 4 free-range chicken drumsticks
- 500ml buttermilk
- 1-2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1-2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 pinch salt and black pepper
For Frying:
- 1 litre vegetable oil (canola oil) or any flavorless oil e.g. sunflower, groundnut, canola
- 300g plain white flour (all-purpose flour)
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Place the chicken in a bowl, add buttermilk, salt, and pepper. Mix well. Chill for at least 30 minutes.
- Prepare for Frying: Heat oil in a pan to 170C (340F). Mix flour with spices on a plate.
- Coat the Chicken: Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring all sides are coated.
- Fry the Chicken: Fry in batches for 25-30 minutes until golden, turning constantly.
- Serve: Drain on paper towels and serve warm.
Notes
- You can let the chicken rest after breading but before frying. Resting for 10 minutes will help form a slightly drier, thicker coating before frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: Approx. 350
- Sugar: Negligible
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: Varies
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: Varies
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Fiber: Varies
- Protein: Varies
- Cholesterol: Varies
