Southern Fried Chicken Recipe

Few dishes capture comfort food quite like Southern Fried Chicken. With its golden, crunchy crust and juicy, tender meat inside, this recipe is a true classic. Whether served at family gatherings, Sunday dinners, or summer picnics, fried chicken is a dish that never goes out of style. This step-by-step guide will show you how to make the crispiest, most flavorful fried chicken right at home.

Ingredients

  • 4 pounds chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, or breasts)
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon black