Ultimate Crispy Fried Chicken & Fries Plate

This Ultimate Crispy Fried Chicken & Fries Plate is a crowd-pleasing comfort food meal featuring golden, crunchy fried chicken, crispy fries, and a fresh garnish of shredded lettuce, tomatoes, and red onion. Perfect for family dinners, game days, or whenever you’re craving a classic fried chicken feast.

Ingredients

Crispy Fried Chicken

8 chicken drumsticks

2 cups buttermilk

1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional)

2 cups all-purpose flour

½ cup cornstarch

1 teaspoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Vegetable oil, for frying

Crispy Fries

4 large russet potatoes, cut into thick fries

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon paprika

¼ teaspoon black pepper

Fresh Salad Garnish

2 cups shredded lettuce

2 medium tomatoes, sliced

1 small red onion, sliced into rings

Optional Dipping Sauce

½ cup mayonnaise

1 tablespoon ketchup

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

½ teaspoon garlic powder

½ teaspoon lemon juice

Garnish

1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

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