Crispy Golden Fried Chicken

Crispy Golden Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food, featuring juicy, tender chicken coated in a perfectly seasoned crust and fried until irresistibly golden and crunchy. This classic recipe delivers restaurant-quality fried chicken with a flavorful, crispy exterior and moist interior that everyone will love.

Ingredients

3 pounds (1.4 kg) chicken drumsticks and thighs

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 dried thyme

1 teaspoon salt

1 teaspoon black pepper

½ teaspoon cayenne pepper

2 large eggs

Vegetable oil, for frying

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