Enjoy a taste of Southern comfort with this Texas Style Fried Chicken recipe. Perfectly seasoned and fried to golden brown perfection, this chicken is crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. Ideal for family dinners or gatherings, it’s a dish that brings everyone to the table.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup buttermilk
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 cup flour or Panko bread crumbs
- 2 teaspoons garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon poultry seasoning
- 1 (4-5 pound) chicken, cut up
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- 1/2 stick butter
- 2 quarts cold water
- 1/2 cup Kosher salt
Directions
- Brine Chicken: Mix Kosher salt into water until dissolved. Submerge chicken parts and refrigerate for up to 8 hours. Drain and rinse chicken.
- Marinate in Buttermilk: Place chicken in a bowl. Mix egg with buttermilk and pour over chicken. Refrigerate for another 4 hours.
- Prepare Oil: Heat oil and butter in a deep fryer or pan over low heat for 30 minutes. Increase temperature to medium-high before frying.
- Coat Chicken: Mix flour, garlic salt, paprika, pepper, and poultry seasoning. Coat chicken pieces in the mixture.
- Fry Chicken: Fry chicken pieces, skin side down, until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack or paper towels.
Conclusion and Tips
This Texas Style Fried Chicken is sure to become a family favorite. For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the flour mixture. Serve with classic Southern sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, or cornbread for a complete meal.
Have you tried this recipe? Share your tips and favorite side dishes in the comments below. What’s your go-to fried chicken recipe?