Crispy Fried Chicken Drumsticks with Garden Salad

This Crispy Fried Chicken Drumsticks with Garden Salad is a delicious combination of crunchy, golden-brown fried chicken and a fresh, colorful salad. The seasoned crispy coating locks in the chicken’s juiciness, while the crisp vegetables provide a refreshing contrast. It’s perfect for family dinners, picnics, or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

8 chicken drumsticks

2 cups buttermilk

1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)

2 cups all-purpose flour

½ cup cornstarch

1 tablespoon paprika

1 teaspoon garlic powder

1 teaspoon onion powder

1 teaspoon dried oregano

1 teaspoon salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Garden Salad

6 cups romaine lettuce, chopped

1 cucumber, sliced

1 cup cherry tomatoes

½ red onion, thinly sliced

For the Salad Dressing

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

½ teaspoon salt

¼ teaspoon black pepper

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