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Crown fried chicken

Crown Fired Chicken Recipe

Crown Fried Chicken Recipe offers a detailed guide to recreating this iconic dish at home. From marinating to frying techniques, it ensures perfect crispiness and flavor every time.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
1 hour 10 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 People
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4-6 chicken thighs
  • 4-6 chicken drumsticks
  • 4-6 chicken wings
  • 2 cups butter milk
  • 1 tbsp. hot sauce
  • 1 tbsp. paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour for breading
  • 1 cup cornstarch for breading
  • 1 tbsp. paprika for breading
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder for breading
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder for breading
  • 1 teaspoon salt for breading
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper for breading
  • 4-5 cups vegetable oil or peanut oil (for frying)

Instructions
 

  • Preparing the Chicken :
    Start by washing the chicken parts thoroughly under cold water. Dry them thoroughly with paper towels and place them aside.
  • Making the Marinade :
    In a large bowl, mix the buttermilk, hot sauce, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper thoroughly until all the ingredients are well blended.
  • Marinating the Chicken :
    Submerge the chicken parts in the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 4 hours, ideally overnight, to let the flavors thoroughly infuse the meat.
  • Breading the Chicken
    Preparing the Breading Station :
    Arrange a breading station using two shallow dishes. In one dish, mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper. In the other dish, have a small amount of the marinade.
  • Coating the Chicken :
     Take out the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. Dip each piece first into the marinade dish, then dredge it thoroughly in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coat.
  • Frying the Chicken
    Choosing the Right Oil :
    For the best results, use vegetable or peanut oil due to their high smoke points, which are ideal for frying.
  • Heating the Oil :
    In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, heat the oil to 350°F(175°C). Use a thermometer to maintain an accurate temperature.
  • Frying Technique :
    Carefully place the breaded chicken into the hot oil, being mindful not to overcrowd the pot. Fry in batches if necessary. Cook each piece for about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Utilize a meat thermometer to confirm that the internal temperature reaches 165°F (4°C).