Description
A simple and crispy fried chicken recipe that uses vinegar and spices instead of buttermilk for a flavorful twist on a classic dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup vegetable oil for frying
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the white vinegar with salt and let the chicken pieces marinate for 30 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
- Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken pieces for 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from oil and drain on paper towels before serving.
Notes
For extra crispiness, ensure the oil is at 350°F. Serve with your favorite sides like coleslaw or fries.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Main
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 1g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Protein: 35g