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Faiza Shabir

Buttermilk Fried Chicken With Honey Drizzle

This Buttermilk Fried Chicken with Honey Drizzle is crispy, juicy, and perfectly balanced with sweet and savory flavors. The buttermilk marinade keeps the chicken tender, while the golden crunchy coating delivers that classic fried chicken texture. Finished with a light honey drizzle, it’s a mouthwatering dish that’s hard to resist.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 520
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g chicken pieces drumsticks or thighs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 egg
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • Oil for frying
  • 3 tbsp honey for drizzle

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, mix buttermilk and egg, then add chicken to marinate.
  2. In another bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, and spices.
  3. Coat chicken pieces in flour mixture evenly.
  4. Heat oil and fry chicken until golden and cooked through.
  5. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  6. Drizzle honey over hot fried chicken.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy.

Notes

  • Marinate longer for extra tenderness.
  • Fry in batches for even cooking.
  • Adjust the honey to taste preference.
  • Serve hot for the best crispiness.

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