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Black Folks Soul Food Southern Fried Chicken Recipe

Black Folks Soul Food Southern Fried Chicken Recipe

Black folks’ Southern fried chicken is seasoned in layers, coated using my three-step flour-and-buttermilk dredging method, then fried until the crust is crispy and golden and the chicken stays juicy inside. This is my tested soul food method for bold flavor in both the chicken and the crust.
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Soul Food, Southern Food
Servings: 6
Calories: 2187kcal
Author: Shaunda Necole • The Soul Food Pot®

Equipment

  • Large cast iron skillet, Dutch oven, or deep frying pan
  • Medium mixing bowls or gallon-size resealable bags
  • Whisk
  • Tongs
  • Instant-read or frying thermometer

Ingredients

  • 6-8 pieces chicken 6-8 pieces of chicken, or one 3-pound chicken cut into pieces
  • 48 oz peanut oil or vegetable oil
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour divided
  • 1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¾ teaspoon red pepper (chili pepper)
  • 1 tablespoon poultry seasoning or all-purpose seasoning
  • 1 ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¾ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • ½ cup buttermilk ½ cup of buttermilk = ½ cup of milk & ½ tablespoon of apple cider vinegar

Instructions

  • In a small bowl, combine the poultry or all-purpose seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Rub the mixture evenly over all sides of the chicken pieces.
    Rub the seasoning mixture on the chicken pieces to coat them.
  • Pour the peanut oil or vegetable oil into your skillet until it is about 1 inch deep. Heat the oil to 350°F.
    Southern Fried Chicken Recipe: Heat the oil over medium heat or until it reaches 350 degrees F
  • While the oil heats, combine 1 cup of the flour with the garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and chili pepper in a medium bowl or gallon-size resealable bag.
    Place 1 cup of the divided flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and red pepper in a medium-size mixing bowl or 1-gallon resealable food storage bag.
  • Place the remaining 1 cup flour in a second bowl or resealable bag.
    Pour the second cup of flour into a second resealable bag (or medium-sized mixing bowl) and set it aside.
  • In a third bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg.
    In another medium-sized bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and egg, and set that mixture aside too.
  • Dredge each piece of chicken in three steps: First, coat it thoroughly in the seasoned flour.
    First, place the chicken in the bag (or bowl) of seasoned flour and shake or toss to coat the chicken evenly.
  • Second, shake off the excess and dip it into the buttermilk-and-egg mixture.
    Second, shake off the excess flour and dip the chicken into the buttermilk mixture.
  • Third, coat it thoroughly in the remaining flour.
    Third, transfer the chicken to the last bag (or bowl) of flour and shake or toss until it’s very well coated.
  • Carefully place the coated chicken into the 350°F oil.
    Southern Fried Chicken Recipe: Place the coated chicken into the pre-heated oil
  • Do not overcrowd the skillet, fry in batches if necessary, and keep the hot oil at 350°F.
    Make sure the hot oil remains at 350 degrees F
  • Fry the chicken, turning as needed for even browning, while maintaining the oil temperature as consistently as possible. Cook until the crust is golden and crispy and the thickest part of each piece reaches at least 165°F without the thermometer touching the bone. Because chicken pieces vary in size, remove pieces as they finish rather than relying only on one cooking time for the entire batch.
    Southern Fried Chicken Recipe: Cook the chicken pieces for 10 to 12 minutes, occasionally turning to prevent excessive browning
  • As the chicken turns golden brown and crispy, remove it from the oil and allow the excess oil to drain. Serve hot and enjoy!
    Black Folks Soul Food Southern Fried Chicken Recipe

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Nutrition

Calories: 2187kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 229g | Saturated Fat: 39g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 73g | Monounsaturated Fat: 105g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 30mg | Sodium: 615mg | Potassium: 105mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 133IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg

❤️ Shaunda's Soul Food Standard

Created and tested by Shaunda Necole, creator of The Soul Food Pot® (real cook, real kitchen). Rooted in African American culinary traditions, with modern shortcuts that never sacrifice flavor or legacy. No AI-generated instructions. Every measurement, timing note, and technique is written, cooked, and verified by Shaunda, with make-it-your-way guidance so you can cook confidently with the tools you have.

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