Deviled Fried Chicken
Get ready to ignite your taste buds with this bold and flavorful Deviled Fried Chicken recipe! Perfectly crispy on the outside and irresistibly juicy on the inside, this fried chicken gets its fiery kick from a tangy marinade of buttermilk, Dijon mustard, hot sauce, and a tantalizing blend of spices like paprika and cayenne pepper. The chicken is coated in seasoned flour for a light, crunchy crust, then fried to golden perfection in sizzling hot oil. Ideal for spice lovers, the recipe is surprisingly easy to make and perfect for dinner parties, game-day spreads, or a family meal with a twist. Serve this spicy fried chicken hot alongside creamy coleslaw or buttery biscuits for a dish that’s sure to become a new household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces chicken drumsticks or thighs
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 0.25 cup hot sauce
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons paprika
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 cups vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine buttermilk, hot sauce, Dijon mustard, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Whisk until well blended to create the marinade.
Place the chicken drumsticks or thighs in the marinade, ensuring they are fully submerged. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
In another large bowl, mix together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper to create the seasoned flour coating.
Remove the marinated chicken from the fridge and let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes. This helps it cook evenly.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep, heavy-bottomed skillet or Dutch oven to 350°F (175°C). Use a deep-fry thermometer for accurate temperature control.
Take each piece of chicken out of the marinade, allowing the excess to drip off. Dredge it in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing firmly to ensure a thick, even coating.
Carefully place the coated chicken into the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan. Fry for about 12 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Transfer the fried chicken to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to let excess oil drain. Repeat with the remaining chicken pieces.
Serve the Deviled Fried Chicken hot with your favorite dipping sauce or side dishes like coleslaw or biscuits.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
10516 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 972.3 g | 1247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 159.3 g | 797% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 538.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1170 mg | 390% | |
| Sodium | 8664 mg | 377% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 218.3 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 25.1 g | ||
| Protein | 308.7 g | 617% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.3 mcg | 32% | |
| Calcium | 764 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 24.1 mg | 134% | |
| Potassium | 3817 mg | 81% | |
*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.
