| Simple & Crispy Fried Chicken |
A straightforward method to achieve crispy, juicy fried chicken u... |
American, Fried Chicken, Comfort Food |
{"title":"Simple & Crispy Fried Chicken","description":"A straightforward method to achieve crispy, juicy fried chicken using a milk brine and a unique seasoning mix for a flavorful result.","full_ingredient_list":["3 lb drumsticks or thighs","4 cups whole milk (can substitute with water)","1\/4 cup salt","8 cloves garlic","2 tbsp black peppercorns","3 bay leaves","2 cups flour (can substitute with equal amounts of gluten-free flour)","2 cups cornstarch","2 tbsp kosher salt","1\/2 tbsp white pepper","1 tbsp black pepper","1 tbsp garlic powder","1 tbsp onion powder","1\/2 tbsp cayenne pepper","1 tbsp baking powder","1 cup cold water","Neutral oil for frying"],"components":[{"name":"Brining Solution","ingredients":[{"name":"whole milk","quantity":"4 cups","preparation_notes":"can substitute with water","substitutions":["water"]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1\/4 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"garlic","quantity":"8 cloves","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"black peppercorns","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"bay leaves","quantity":"3","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["Large bowl"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Pierce chicken carefully with a knife and brine with milk, salt, garlic, black peppercorns, and bay leaves. Brine for 2-3 hours or overnight for best results.","tips":"Brining enhances flavor and tenderness."}]},{"name":"Seasoning Mix","ingredients":[{"name":"flour","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"can substitute with equal amounts gluten-free flour","substitutions":["Gluten-Free Four \u2013 Bobs Red Mill","King Arthur"]},{"name":"cornstarch","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"kosher salt","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"white pepper","quantity":"1\/2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"black pepper","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"garlic powder","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"onion powder","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"cayenne pepper","quantity":"1\/2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"baking powder","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["Mixing bowl","Whisk"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, white pepper, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, and baking powder and whisk until combined.","tips":"Ensure even mixing for consistent flavor."}]},{"name":"Wet Batter","ingredients":[{"name":"seasoning mix","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"cold water","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["Bowl","Spoon"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Take 1 cup of your seasoning mix and combine in a separate bowl with cold water and mix until smooth.","tips":"The batter should be smooth to coat chicken evenly."}]},{"name":"Frying","ingredients":[{"name":"chicken","quantity":"3 lb drumsticks or thighs","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"neutral oil","quantity":"enough to cover chicken","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["vegetable oil","peanut oil","avocado oil","canola oil"]}],"tools_and_equipment":["Large cast iron pan or dutch oven","Infrared thermometer","Baking sheet"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Remove the chicken from the brine and spoon a few tablespoons of brine into the seasoning mix, rubbing together to create small clumps.","tips":"These clumps adhere well to the chicken for added texture."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Dip each piece of chicken in the wet batter, let any excess drip off, then dredge in the seasoning mix, pressing the mix into the chicken until completely coated. Let rest on a baking sheet while heating the oil.","tips":"Ensure each piece is thoroughly coated for maximum crispiness."},{"step_number":3,"description":"In a large cast iron pan, dutch oven, or heavy bottomed pan, heat oil to 350\u00b0F and fry chicken for 8-12 minutes per batch until the internal temperature reaches 165\u00b0F.","tips":"Use an infrared thermometer to monitor oil temperature."}]}],"prep_time":"3 hours","cook_time":"15 minutes","total_time":"3 hours 15 minutes","servings":"6","tags":["American","Fried Chicken","Comfort Food"],"notes":"Milk or water brining can be done overnight for the best results. Ensure oil remains at a consistent temperature to achieve an optimal crispy texture."} |
