Southern Fried Chicken
Southern Fried Chicken
5 from 1 vote
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6
This southern fried chicken recipe has the crispiest and crunchiest outside with the moistest and juiciest meat on the side. No need to head to KFC as this flavourful fried chicken recipe will quickly become your favourite.

Nutrition: per serving

Calories413kcal
Carbs27g
Fat2g
Saturates4.59g
Sugars0.3g
Protein35.29g
Fibre1g

Ingredients

  • 12 pieces Chicken Drumsticks
  • 200 g Plain Flour
  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • 1 tsp Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 2 tsp Chilli Powder
  • 2 Eggs

Instructions

  • In a large bowl mix the plain flour with all the rest of the dry ingredients until well combined
  • Crack the eggs and whisk until the egg yolks and egg whites are evenly combined
  • When ready to fry heat a pan with oil for deep frying until medium-hot ensuring that the oil is not too hot
  • Dip the chicken into the egg and then into the flour mixture before repeating by dipping into egg and flour again
  • Shake off any excess flour on the chicken then add the chicken into the fryer – there should be tiny bubbles surrounding them – and allow the chicken to cook undisturbed for 6-8 minutes until golden brown before flipping and allowing to cook for another 6-8 minutes until golden brown on the other side
  • Serve with French fries and the dip of your choice!

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