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Down-Home Fried Chicken

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Down-Home Fried Chicken

1hr Cooking Time
Main Dishes Category
Serves 10 Serving
Easy Degree of Difficulty
Chardonnay H. Recipe Author

Ingredients

10 Person(s)

Directions

  1. 1. Prepare the Chicken Fry Coating

    Pour the Louisiana Chicken Fry batter into a large container or bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of chicken bouillon and mix thoroughly. Set aside.

  2. 2. Prepare the Chicken

    Inspect the drumsticks and remove any stray feathers if needed. Pat the chicken dry with paper towels.

  3. 3. Make the Marinade

    In a large bowl, whisk together the milk and eggs until combined. Add the onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper, Italian seasoning, thyme, paprika, chicken bouillon, and hot sauce. Mix everything together really well.

  4. 4. Marinate the Chicken

    Add the chicken drumsticks to the marinade, making sure each piece is completely coated. Cover and place in the refrigerator for 20–30 minutes. If you have the time, you can let the chicken marinate longer for even more flavor.

  5. 5. Heat the Oil

    Heat enough oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot or deep skillet for frying. Aim for approximately 350°F before adding the chicken.

  6. 6. Coat the Chicken

    Remove each drumstick from the marinade and allow any excess to drip off. Place the chicken into the seasoned Louisiana Chicken Fry mixture and toss until each piece is completely coated. Shake off any excess coating.

  7. 7. Fry the Chicken

    Carefully place the coated chicken into the hot oil, working in batches so you don't overcrowd the pan. Fry for approximately 15–20 minutes, turning the chicken as needed, until the outside is golden brown and crispy. The most reliable way to check that the chicken is done is with a meat thermometer. The thickest part of each drumstick should reach 165°F internally.

  8. 8. Drain & Serve

    Remove the fried chicken from the oil and place it on a wire rack or paper-towel-lined plate to drain. Let it rest for a few minutes, then serve it up while it's hot and crispy!

Down-Home Fried Chicken

There’s just something about a good piece of fried chicken! Crispy, golden on the outside, juicy and flavorful on the inside—it’s one of those dishes that can make any meal feel like Sunday dinner.

For my Down-Home Fried Chicken, I kept things flavorful without going overboard on the seasoning. I used Louisiana Chicken Fry as my crispy coating and added chicken bouillon to both the coating and marinade for that extra savory flavor. The chicken gets a quick milk-and-egg marinade with a few simple seasonings before being fried until beautifully golden.

It’s simple, comforting, and perfect for feeding a crowd. And yes—this is definitely the kind of chicken that belongs right in the middle of a full Southern spread!

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 10 chicken drumsticks
  • Oil, for frying

For the Marinade

  • ½–1 cup milk
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon
  • A few dashes of hot sauce

For the Crispy Coating

  • 1 box Louisiana Chicken Fry batter
  • 1 tablespoon chicken bouillon

✨ Chardonnay’s Cozy Kitchen Tip

Don’t rush the coating! Make sure each drumstick is completely covered in the seasoned chicken fry mixture before it hits the oil. That’s what gives you that beautiful crispy coating we all love.

And if you’re making this for Sunday dinner, you already know what needs to be on the table with it—Chardonnay’s Cozy Collards, Easy-Peasy Mac & Cheese, and some good ol’ Southern sides. 🤎

There’s always room for one more at my table. 🍽️

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