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gus fried chicken recipe

Gus Fried Chicken Recipe

Crispy and juicy gus fried chicken recipe that will impress everyone at your next gathering. Learn the secrets to perfect Southern-style fried chicken today.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 lbs chicken pieces (legs, thighs, wings)
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tbsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • q.s. Oil for frying vegetable or peanut oil works best

Equipment

  • Deep skillet or Dutch oven
  • Tongs
  • Paper towels for draining grease
  • Thermometer for oil
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Soak chicken pieces in buttermilk overnight or for at least 4 hours.
  2. In a large bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper; whisk until evenly distributed.
  3. Dredge each chicken piece in the seasoned flour, shaking off any excess, then dip back into buttermilk and coat in flour again.
  4. Heat oil to 350°F in a deep skillet or Dutch oven; fry chicken in batches for 12-15 minutes per side until golden brown.

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 22gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don’t skip the brining step—it makes all the difference in juiciness.
Pat the chicken dry before dredging to help the coating stick better.
Use Peanut oil for frying for the best flavor and temperature control.
Leftover chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for longer storage. To reheat, bake at 375°F for 10-15 minutes to maintain crispiness.
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