Crispy American Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Honey Drizzle

Name: Crispy American Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Honey Drizzle
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 pieces chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on); 2 cups buttermilk; 2 cups flour (sifted); 1 tbsp paprika; 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp black pepper (freshly ground); 1 tsp salt; 1 quart vegetable oil (for frying); 1/2 cup honey; 1 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

StandardAmericanDinnerComfort FoodFamily-FriendlyCrispy

⏱️ 30m PREP

🔥 25m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 650 CAL/SERV

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Overview

Deliciously crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, this fried chicken is elevated by a sweet honey drizzle to create a perfect harmony of flavors.

Macronutrients per serving

120

grams

Protein

35.0g 29%

Fat

40.0g 33%

Carbs

45.0g 38%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

8% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Essential for blood production

🔺 Calcium

10% DV

Important for bone health

☀️ Vitamin B6

20% DV

Supports brain health

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 pieces chicken thighs bone-in, skin-on
2 cups buttermilk
2 cups flour sifted
1 tbsp paprika
1 tbsp garlic powder
1 tsp black pepper freshly ground
1 tsp salt
1 quart vegetable oil for frying

Honey Drizzle

1/2 cup honey
1 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed

Instructions

1 Place the chicken thighs in a large bowl and pour the buttermilk over them. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
2 In a shallow dish, combine the sifted flour, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and salt.
3 Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
4 In a large heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
5 Carefully add the chicken pieces to the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pot.
6 Fry the chicken for 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy. Ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
7 Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
8 In a small saucepan, heat the honey and lemon juice over low heat until combined and warm.
9 Drizzle the warm honey mixture over the fried chicken before serving.