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Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken: A Must-Try Recipe!

Crispy Salt and Pepper Chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish featuring chicken wings or drumsticks coated in a seasoned flour mixture and fried to perfection.
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Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 pounds chicken wings or drumsticks
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chicken wings or drumsticks with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper if using. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight for best flavor.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, and baking powder. This mixture will help create a crispy coating.
  3. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator and dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Shake off any excess flour.
  4. In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.
  5. Carefully add the coated chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally for even cooking.
  6. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  7. Once all the chicken is fried, garnish with chopped green onions and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 25gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1g

Notes

  • For extra flavor, marinate the chicken in buttermilk for a few hours before seasoning.
  • Try adding spices like cayenne or smoked paprika to the flour mixture for a spicy kick.

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