Crispy Marinated Chicken Recipe 🍗✨
Ingredients:
1 kg chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, or wings)
1 cup buttermilk (or plain yogurt)
2 tsp garlic powder
2 tsp paprika (smoky or sweet)
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
1/2 tsp black pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder (optional, for a little kick)
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch (extra crispiness!)
Oil for frying
Instructions:
Marinate the chicken:
In a large bowl, mix buttermilk, garlic powder, paprika, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chili powder.
Add the chicken, coat well, cover, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (overnight is best).
Prepare the coating:
In another bowl, combine flour + cornstarch + a pinch of salt.
Take the chicken out of the marinade and shake off excess.
Dredge each piece in the flour mixture until fully coated.
Fry to perfection:
Heat oil in a deep pan or fryer to 175°C (350°F).
Fry the chicken in batches for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 75°C / 165°F).
Drain on paper towels.
Optional: Oven finish
For extra crispiness without extra oil, place fried chicken on a baking tray and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 5–7 minutes.
Serve and enjoy:
Pair with your favorite dipping sauce or just enjoy straight-up crispy goodness. 😍
Pro tip: The cornstarch + buttermilk combo is the real secret for that crispy, crunchy “can’t-stop-eating” texture.
If you want, I can also give you a spicy honey glaze version that makes it extra addictive — it’s the one that makes families fight over the last piece!
Do you want me to share that version too?
