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Delicious buttery garlic fried chicken served with herbs and spices

Buttery Garlic Fried Chicken Recipe

Indulge in crispy, golden-fried chicken pieces generously coated in a rich, savory garlic butter sauce. This recipe promises a juicy interior with an irresistible crunch, perfect for a hearty meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 750
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Coating
  • 8 medium Chicken pieces bone-in, skin-on (drumsticks & thighs recommended)
  • 2 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch
  • 2 Large eggs
  • 1/2 cup Milk
  • 2 tsp Garlic powder
  • 1 tsp Onion powder
  • 1 tsp Smoked paprika
  • 1.5 tsp Salt
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper
  • 4 cups Vegetable oil for frying
Garlic Butter Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Shallow dishes (3)
  • Heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven
  • Tongs
  • Wire rack (2)
  • Baking sheet
  • Small saucepan
  • Meat thermometer (optional)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat chicken pieces dry with paper towels to help the coating adhere better.
  2. In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, cornstarch, 1 tsp garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, 1 tsp salt, and pepper for the dry dredge.
  3. In another shallow dish, whisk eggs and milk together with 1 tsp garlic powder and 0.5 tsp salt for the wet dredge.
  4. Dredge each chicken piece first in the dry mixture, then in the wet, and finally back into the dry, pressing to coat thoroughly.
  5. Place coated chicken on a wire rack and let rest for 15-20 minutes to help the coating set.
Frying
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  2. Carefully add 2-3 chicken pieces to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd; fry for 6-8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (165°F/74°C).
  3. Remove fried chicken to a clean wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain; repeat with remaining chicken, ensuring oil temperature returns to 350°F.
Garlic Butter Sauce
  1. While chicken fries, melt butter in a small saucepan over medium heat; add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Remove from heat, then gently toss the hot fried chicken in the garlic butter sauce until evenly coated.
  3. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

For extra crispy chicken, ensure the oil is at the correct temperature and don't overcrowd the pot. A double dredge can also enhance the crunch.