Deep Fried Chicken Thighs

Are you craving crispy fried chicken? Here is your recipe to make the best deep fried chicken thighs, even better than KFC thighs.

The most delicious and easy chicken thigh recipe, crispy from outside and tender from inside. And It taste is just so perfect thanks to the delightful seasoning. 

I used chicken thighs in this recipe because they are my favourite, but if you don't fancy them, then you can use any other part of the chicken. 

Deep Fried Chicken Thighs

To make this deep fried chicken thighs extra crunchy, I use a combination of flour and cornstarch; The combination of both flour with cornstarch produces such a crispy and craggy crust. Also, using buttermilk in marinating the chicken thighs ensure the softness and tenderness of the chicken under the crust.

I use seven marvellous types of spices along with salt and pepper in this recipe. You will not believe how good it smells when they are combined together; also, they give the excellent taste to the chicken.

Southern Fried Chicken Ingredients

The buttermilk marinade, spices and other ingredients you will need for making this recipe are below.

• Chicken thighs, bone-in, skin on
• Plain flour
• Cornstarch
• Oil for frying the chicken

Marinade

• Buttermilk
• Ground black pepper
• Egg
• Salt

Spices

• Salt
• Black pepper
• Paprika
• Dried thyme
• Dried oregano
• Cayenne pepper
• Garlic powder
• Ginger powder
• Onion powder

How To Make Deep Fried Chicken Thighs

One - Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, add the buttermilk, salt, pepper and the egg whisk until well combined (photo 1 & 2).

Two: toss the chicken in the marinade and mix well. After that, cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 12 hours (photo 3).

Three - Prepare the breading: In a big plate, add the cornstarch, flour and all the spices, mix everything well. Then set aside (photo 4 & 5).

Four - Fry the chicken: Add oil to a deep pot on medium heat. 

Five: Bring the chicken from the fridge then toss each piece in the breading mixture, make sure to coat all the chicken pieces well from all sides (photo 6).

Six: Once the oil heated place the chicken carefully in the oil (the oil should be deep enough to cover it).

Seven: Fry the chicken for about 6-8 minutes until it becomes dark golden brown.

Tips For The Best Fried Chicken Ever

• Buy small size thighs or small size whole chicken because it will fry well and more evenly.
• Don't keep turning the chicken pieces on the other side while frying, so you don't separate the crust from the chicken; also the oil should be deep enough to cover the whole chicken pieces.
• It is preferable to marinate the chicken for an overnight, that will make it so tender and soft.
• Don't fry the chicken thighs at high a temperature; doing so will make the outside burn before the inside cooks.
• Use any oil you like to deep fry the chicken thighs, such as peanut oil, avocado oil or sunflower oil.

Storage

To store: leave them to cool completely, then put them in an airtight container and put them in the fridge for 2-3 days.

To freeze: Just label the container before putting it in the freezer for 1-2 months.

Reheating: The best way to reheat fried chicken is in the oven, it will make them crispy. You can also use the microwave if you like.

Serving Suggestions

The best side dish which goes well with this recipe is fries and some ketchup. But if you want more suggestions, you will find side dishes to pair with this chicken recipe below.

• Mediterranean Eggplant Salad
• Easy Potato Salad Recipe
• Macaroni Salad With Vegetables
• Easy Crispy Roasted Potatoes
• Old Fashioned Baked Macaroni And Cheese

More Chicken Recipes

• Butter Garlic Chicken Breast Recipe
• Baked Chicken Thighs With Honey And Garlic
• Roasted Chicken With Herbs And Butter

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