Crazy Fried Chicken
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate comfort food with our Crazy Fried Chicken recipe! This crowd-pleaser features juicy chicken drumsticks soaked in a tangy buttermilk and hot sauce marinade, resulting in tender, flavor-packed meat. The magic truly happens with the double-dredge in a spiced flour mixture infused with garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, and paprika, creating an irresistibly crispy, golden-brown crust. Perfectly deep-fried to crunchy perfection, this Southern-inspired dish is ready in just under an hour and pairs beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces and sides. Whether for a family dinner or game-day spread, this Crazy Fried Chicken delivers a bold and satisfying burst of flavor with every bite.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Chicken drumsticks
- 2 cups Buttermilk
- 0.25 cup Hot sauce
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 2 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 large Eggs
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine buttermilk and hot sauce. Add the chicken drumsticks and ensure they are fully submerged. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for best results.
In a shallow dish, whisk together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
In another shallow dish, beat the eggs lightly.
Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, allowing any excess to drip off.
Dredge the chicken pieces in the seasoned flour mixture, then dip them into the beaten eggs, and finally coat them again in the flour mixture. Press the flour mixture firmly onto the chicken pieces to ensure a thick coating.
Place the coated chicken on a wire rack and let it rest for 10 minutes to allow the coating to set.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep fryer to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the oil is deep enough for frying.
Carefully fry the chicken in small batches for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the coating is golden-brown and crispy, and the internal temperature of the chicken reaches 165°F (74°C).
Remove the fried chicken and place it on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces and sides. Enjoy your Crazy Fried Chicken!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9671 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 922.2 g | 1182% | |
| Saturated Fat | 143.9 g | 720% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 537.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1116 mg | 372% | |
| Sodium | 6877 mg | 299% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 209.4 g | 76% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.3 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 217.0 g | 434% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 220 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 2358 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
