Crispy Fried Chicken Skewers
Satisfy your craving for tender, golden perfection with these Crispy Fried Chicken Skewers—an irresistible twist on classic fried chicken. Marinated in tangy buttermilk for ultimate tenderness and coated in a flavorful blend of flour, cornstarch, and spices like paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne, these chicken bites are fried to crispy perfection for a crunchy exterior and juicy interior. Threaded onto soaked wooden skewers for easy handling, these skewers are ideal for parties, game-day spreads, or weeknight dinners. Served hot with your favorite dipping sauces—think ranch, spicy aioli, or barbecue sauce—these skewers promise a crowd-pleasing combination of bold flavor and satisfying texture. Easy to make and ready in just 30 minutes of active cooking time, this recipe is perfect for transforming simple ingredients into a showstopping dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless chicken thighs
- 12 pieces Wooden skewers
- 1 cup Buttermilk
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup Cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
Soak the wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during frying.
Cut the boneless chicken thighs into equal, bite-sized pieces, approximately 1 inch.
In a medium bowl, mix the buttermilk with a pinch of salt and black pepper. Add the chicken pieces to the buttermilk and marinate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight in the refrigerator for extra tenderness.
In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper.
Remove the chicken pieces from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, and dredge them in the flour mixture, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated.
Thread the coated chicken pieces onto the soaked skewers, ensuring not to overcrowd each skewer.
In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep-fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
Gently place the chicken skewers into the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry in batches if necessary.
Fry the chicken skewers for about 10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally for even browning.
Remove the skewers from the oil and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
Serve the crispy fried chicken skewers hot, with your choice of dipping sauces such as ranch, barbecue, or a spicy aioli.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
9264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 914.8 g | 1173% | |
| Saturated Fat | 142.7 g | 714% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 538.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 616 mg | 206% | |
| Sodium | 4262 mg | 185% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 185.9 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.5 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.7 g | ||
| Protein | 164.0 g | 328% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.2 mcg | 16% | |
| Calcium | 427 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2035 mg | 43% | |
*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.
