Fried Chicken Thighs
Fried chicken thighs are the ultimate comfort food, delivering a crispy exterior and juicy interior that will delight your taste buds. This easy-to-follow recipe ensures each thigh is perfectly seasoned and fried to golden perfection, making it ideal for any occasion. Whether you serve them at a family gathering or enjoy them on a cozy weeknight, these fried chicken thighs are sure to impress everyone at the table.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- Oil for frying (about 2 cups)
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken thighs in buttermilk for at least one hour in the refrigerator.
- Combine flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika in a bowl.
- Remove chicken from buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Coat thoroughly with the flour mixture.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the coated chicken thighs skin-side down for 7-10 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).
- Drain on paper towels and let rest briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 thigh (120g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg