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    Soul Food Fried Chicken

    Buttermilk-marinated chicken seasoned generously and fried to a deep golden crackle, a true soul food centerpiece.

    ⏱ 25 minPrep time
    🔥 25 minCook time
    🍽 6Servings
    🏷 DinnerCategory
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    Soul food fried chicken

    Buttermilk-marinated chicken seasoned generously and fried to a deep golden crackle, a true soul food centerpiece.

    The Sunday centerpiece

    Buttermilk-soaked, boldly seasoned chicken fried to a shattering golden crust — the recipe that built the soul food tradition.

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    Step by stepInstructions

    1. Season the chicken with 1 teaspoon of the salt and 1 teaspoon of the pepper; mix with the buttermilk and hot sauce and marinate 4 hours or overnight.
    2. Mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, the remaining salt, and remaining pepper in a shallow dish.
    3. Drain the chicken and dredge in the seasoned flour, pressing well.
    4. Heat 1 inch of oil to 350°F in a deep heavy skillet.
    5. Fry the chicken in batches, 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until deep golden and cooked through (165°F). Drain on a rack and serve.

    💡 Chef tips & storage

    An overnight buttermilk soak makes the juiciest chicken. Keep the oil at a steady 325-350°F and don't crowd the pan.

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    Recipe details

    Prep25 min
    Cook25 min
    Servings6
    CategoryDinner
    PublishedAugust 16, 2026
    Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes

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    Hi, I'm Emily — the cook behind My Comfort Recipes. Simple, tested comfort food for real weeknights, written down the way grandma would. Pull up a chair. More about me →

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