This cornmeal fried chicken was created from various recipes after I searched high and low for one that was tasty and crispy. The secret is in the cornmeal-flour mixture as well as the cast iron skillet.
Ingredients
- 3 chicken leg quarters, cut into thighs and drumsticks
- 2 cups buttermilk, or as needed to cover
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup cornmeal
- 1 tablespoon salt
- 1 teaspoon granulated onion
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
- 1 teaspoon ground thyme
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG) (Optional)
- ¼ teaspoon baking powder
- 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 4 large egg whites, beaten until foamy
- 4 cups vegetable oil for frying, or as needed
Directions
Step 1
Place chicken thighs and drumsticks in a bowl and pour enough buttermilk over chicken to cover. Cover and refrigerate for 12 to 24 hours.
Step 2
Combine flour, cornmeal, salt, granulated onion, granulated garlic, thyme, paprika, monosodium glutamate, baking powder, and cayenne pepper in a large, wide bowl.
Step 3
Remove chicken from buttermilk and shake off excess; discard buttermilk. Pat chicken dry with paper towels. Dip chicken in beaten egg whites, then press in flour mixture to coat. Allow coated chicken to rest on a wire rack for 20 to 30 minutes.
Step 4
Meanwhile, fill a cast iron skillet or deep fryer to about 1/3 full of oil and heat to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
Step 5
Fry chicken in hot oil in batches until golden brown, no longer pink in the center, and the juices run clear, 8 to 10 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of chicken near the bone should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack or a paper towel-lined tray to drain. Keep fried chicken warm in the preheated oven while frying remaining pieces.
Tips
Thighs may take longer to fry than drumsticks.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 3 | |
Calories 767 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat39g | 50% |
Saturated Fat9g | 44% |
Cholesterol149mg | 50% |
Sodium2789mg | 121% |
Total Carbohydrate47g | 17% |
Dietary Fiber2g | 7% |
Total Sugars9g | |
Protein55g | |
Vitamin C3mg | 13% |
Calcium254mg | 20% |
Iron5mg | 28% |
Potassium759mg | 16% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
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