Print
clock clock iconcutlery cutlery iconflag flag iconfolder folder iconinstagram instagram iconpinterest pinterest iconfacebook facebook iconprint print iconsquares squares iconheart heart iconheart solid heart solid icon
buttermilk chicken

Buttermilk Chicken: 5 Secrets to Juicy Perfection

A simple recipe for buttermilk chicken that is juicy and flavorful.

  • Total Time: 2 hours 31 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 4 chicken fillets
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 2 hours.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  3. Remove chicken from buttermilk and coat in flour mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.
  5. Fry chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Drain on paper towels and serve hot.

Notes

  • Marinating overnight yields better flavor.
  • Serve with your choice of sides.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 16 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 chicken fillet
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: buttermilk chicken, fried chicken, chicken recipe