Millie's Magnificent Fried Chicken
Discover the ultimate comfort food with Millie’s Magnificent Fried Chicken, a recipe that takes classic fried chicken to mouthwatering new heights. This crowd-pleasing dish features tender, juicy bone-in chicken marinated in tangy buttermilk and hot sauce for hours, ensuring maximum flavor and moisture. The chicken is coated in a perfectly seasoned flour mixture—enhanced with cornstarch for an extra crispy crunch—and double-dipped for that signature golden crust. Fried to perfection in hot oil, each bite boasts irresistibly flavorful and crispy skin paired with succulent meat. Ideal for gatherings or family dinners, this fried chicken pairs beautifully with homemade biscuits, coleslaw, or creamy mashed potatoes. Easy to make and guaranteed to impress, Millie’s Magnificent Fried Chicken will quickly become a go-to recipe for fans of Southern-inspired comfort food.
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Ingredients
- 4 lbs Chicken (bone-in, skin-on pieces)
- 2 cups Buttermilk
- 2 tbsp Hot sauce
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Cornstarch
- 2 tsp Salt
- 2 tsp Black pepper
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Cayenne pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 4 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
Directions
Step 1
Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl. Mix the buttermilk and hot sauce together and pour over the chicken, ensuring all pieces are fully submerged. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or ideally overnight.
Step 2
In a shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
Step 3
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with the whole milk until fully combined.
Step 4
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade, allowing the excess marinade to drip off. Dip each piece of chicken into the flour mixture, ensuring it’s fully coated. Then dip it into the egg mixture, followed by a second coating of the flour mixture. Place coated chicken pieces on a wire rack and let rest for 10 minutes.
Step 5
Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or large heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the oil is deep enough to fully submerge the chicken pieces.
Step 6
Carefully place the chicken pieces into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry each piece for 12-15 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the chicken is crispy, golden brown, and has an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Step 7
Remove the chicken from the oil and place on a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil.
Step 8
Allow the chicken to rest for 5 minutes before serving. Serve hot with your favorite sides and enjoy Millie’s Magnificent Fried Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (3917.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 14001.9 |
| Total Fat 1253.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 228.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.1g | |
| Cholesterol 1891.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 7427.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 343.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 31.3g | |
| Protein 408.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 480.2IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1057.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 37.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4994.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories