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Crispy Ranch Fried Chicken

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Crispy Ranch Fried Chicken is a flavorful dish featuring chicken pieces coated in ranch seasoning and fried to golden perfection.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 chicken thighs
  • 4 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons ranch seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine buttermilk and ranch seasoning. Add chicken and marinate for at least 1 hour.
  2. In another bowl, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade, allowing excess to drip off.
  5. Dredge chicken in the flour mixture, ensuring even coating.
  6. Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes.
  7. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, let the chicken marinate overnight.
  • Adjust the seasoning to your taste.
  • Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 1 hour
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: Crispy Ranch Fried Chicken, Fried Chicken, Ranch Chicken, Chicken Recipe