Crispy Fried Chicken (Golden, Juicy & Irresistibly Crunchy) ✨🍗

This golden crispy fried chicken is a true comfort food classic — perfectly seasoned, juicy on the inside, and shatteringly crunchy on the outside. Whether served with fries, mashed potatoes, or tucked into a fluffy biscuit, it’s the kind of meal that never goes out of style. Great for weekend treats, picnics, or when you just need that fried chicken fix at home.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken pieces (drumsticks, thighs, wings, or a mix)
• 2 cups buttermilk (for marinade)
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1½ cups all-purpose flour
• ½ cup cornstarch (for extra crunch)
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 eggs (optional, for dredge)
• Oil for frying (vegetable, peanut, or canola)
  

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