If you’re a lover of takeaway fried chicken, now you can make your own healthier “fakeaway” at home for a fraction of the price in under 15 minutes!
Fried chicken is one of the most popular takeaway meals, but now you can easily make your own at home and know exactly what’s going into it! This Southern Fried Chicken can be whipped up in just 13 minutes and is every bit as crunchy and golden as your favourite store-bought variety! Simply serve it with a salad or stuff it into burgers for the ultimate fakeaway vibes.
Can Southern Fried Chicken be made ahead of time?
Southern Fried Chicken is best cooked and consumed immediately.
Is Southern Fried Chicken suitable for leftovers?
Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated in the microwave or oven, however, the coating will soften. Not suitable to freeze.
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Southern Fried Chicken
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- 1 tbsp paprika
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp sea salt flakes, plus extra to serve
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs, visible fat trimmed
- 250 ml (1 cup) buttermilk
- 300 g (2 cups) plain (all-purpose) flour
- Oil, for frying (see note 1)
Instructions
- Season the chicken – In a small bowl, combine the spices and salt. Sprinkle the mixture over both sides of the chicken.
- Coat the chicken – Dredge the chicken in the buttermilk, followed immediately by the flour. Shake off any excess.
- Heat the oil – In a large, deep pan, heat the oil over medium heat.
- Cook – Cook the chicken for 8–12 minutes or until crisp and golden.
- Drain – Drain on a paper towel.
- Serve – Sprinkle with extra salt to serve.
Nutrition information
Nutritional information on this site is calculated using Foodworks Professional, the nutrition analysis software trusted by dietitians, researchers and food manufacturers across Australia and New Zealand. Disclaimer re gluten-free and dairy-free recipes
Steph says:
This looks sooooo good! Have you tried this in the air fryer?
Nicole says:
Hi Steph! Yes, I have 😊 It does work in the air fryer – just spray it very generously with olive oil spray to help the coating crisp up. Cook at 200°C (400°F), turning halfway through, until golden and cooked through. It won’t be quite as crispy as deep-fried, and the coating can come off a little more easily, but it’s still really delicious and a great lighter option! Nic x