Kentucky Chicken Wings
Get ready to savor the irresistible crunch and bold flavors of Kentucky Chicken Wings! This recipe takes classic fried chicken wings to the next level with a tangy buttermilk marinade infused with a kick of hot sauce, ensuring every bite is tender, juicy, and full of Southern charm. The seasoned flour coating—featuring paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne—creates a perfectly crisp and golden crust that's fried to perfection. Ideal for game days, family gatherings, or satisfying your comfort food cravings, these wings are served hot and pair beautifully with your favorite dipping sauces and sides. With simple ingredients and step-by-step instructions, this crowd-pleaser is easy to make and impossible to resist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 2 cups Buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons Hot sauce
- 1.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and hot sauce. Stir well.
Add the chicken wings to the buttermilk mixture, making sure they are fully submerged. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight for best results.
In a separate bowl, combine the flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to create the dredging mixture.
Remove the chicken wings from the buttermilk, allowing any excess to drip off. Dredge the wings in the flour mixture, making sure they are well coated. Place the coated wings on a wire rack and let them sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the coating to adhere.
In a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Use a thermometer to monitor the oil temperature for consistent results.
Working in batches to avoid overcrowding, carefully add the chicken wings to the hot oil. Fry each batch for 8-10 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown and fully cooked with an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Use a slotted spoon or tongs to remove the fried wings from the oil. Place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
Serve the Kentucky chicken wings hot with your favorite dipping sauces and sides. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2507 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 244.1 g | 313% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.9 g | 204% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 134.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 204 mg | 68% | |
| Sodium | 981 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.3 g | ||
| Protein | 50.3 g | 101% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 667 mg | 14% | |
*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.
