Description
Indulge in the crispy, flavorful goodness of Mustard Fried Chicken. This Southern classic is a perfect blend of tangy mustard, savory spices, and juicy chicken pieces, creating a dish that’s sure to please the whole family.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1/4 cup yellow mustard
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce (optional)
Chicken Coating:
- 8 bone-in, skin-on chicken pieces (drumsticks or thighs)
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Marinate the Chicken: Whisk buttermilk, mustard, and hot sauce. Coat chicken, refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
- Prepare Coating: Combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper.
- Coat the Chicken: Dredge marinated chicken in seasoned flour.
- Fry: Heat oil to 350°F. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Rest and Serve: Drain on paper towels, let rest, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, double-dip the chicken in the flour after resting.
- You can use Dijon or spicy brown mustard for a different flavor twist.
- Serve with coleslaw, pickles, or cornbread for a classic Southern meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes (plus marinating time)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pieces
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
