Double-Dipped Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Health score
7%
Double-Dipped Buttermilk Fried Chicken
45 min.
12
2199kcal

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Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Double-Dipped Buttermilk Fried Chicken, a dish that promises to elevate any gathering with its crispy, golden exterior and juicy, flavorful meat. Perfect for antipasti, starters, or as a satisfying snack, this recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will leave your guests clamoring for more. With a preparation time of just 45 minutes, you can whip up this delectable treat for up to 12 people, making it an ideal choice for family gatherings, picnics, or casual get-togethers.

The secret to this fried chicken's irresistible taste lies in the buttermilk marinade, infused with a blend of Cajun seasoning, Worcestershire sauce, and a hint of Tabasco for that perfect kick. The double-dipping technique ensures a crunchy coating that locks in moisture, resulting in tender, succulent chicken that is bursting with flavor. Whether served hot out of the fryer or at room temperature, this dish is sure to impress.

Not only is this recipe a celebration of Southern comfort food, but it also offers flexibility for those who like to plan ahead. You can fry the chicken up to two days in advance, allowing you to enjoy the festivities without being tied to the kitchen. So gather your loved ones, fire up the Dutch oven, and get ready to savor the crispy, savory goodness of Double-Dipped Buttermilk Fried Chicken!

Ingredients

  • 2.5 teaspoons pepper black freshly ground
  • cups buttermilk 
  • tablespoon cajun spice 
  • pounds vegetable oil 
  • 0.5 tablespoon thyme dried
  • cups flour all-purpose
  • tablespoons kosher salt 
  • tablespoons all the tabasco sauce you handle 
  • 12 servings vegetable oil for frying
  • tablespoons worcestershire sauce 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • oven
  • wire rack
  • plastic wrap
  • kitchen thermometer
  • aluminum foil
  • dutch oven
  • tongs

Directions

  1. Combine the buttermilk, thyme, Tabasco, Worcestershire, 1 tablespoon of the salt, and 1 1/2 teaspoons of the pepper in a nonreactive bowl large enough to contain all of the chicken pieces with at least 1 inch to spare.
  2. Add the chicken and turn to coat fully in the marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours or overnight.
  3. Remove the chicken from the refrigerator about 45 minutes before frying.
  4. Line a large baking sheet with aluminum foil. In a large, shallow bowl, combine the flour, remaining 1 tablespoon salt, Cajun seasoning, and 1 teaspoon pepper.
  5. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk marinade and roll it around in the seasoned flour until completely covered. Set it on the prepared baking sheet; repeat with the remaining chicken. Dip the coated chicken pieces once more in the marinade, then again in flour. Return the pieces to the baking sheet (a few minutes’ rest makes for a sturdier, crisper coating).
  6. Have a wire cooling rack set over paper towels ready. In a large, heavy Dutch oven, heat 1 1/2 inches of oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F on a deep-fat thermometer. Using kitchen tongs, add a few chicken pieces at a time to the hot oil (crowding will lower the temperature, making for greasy chicken). Fry the chicken until the internal temperature reaches 180°F, about 10 minutes per side (watch carefully, it can easily burn).
  7. Transfer the cooked chicken to the wire rack.
  8. Serve immediately or at room temperature (don’t let the chicken sit more than 2 hours).
  9. Do it Early
  10. The chicken can be fried up to 2 days in advance, covered, and refrigerated.
  11. Serve it cold—a classic Texas picnic food—or reheat on wire racks set on baking sheets in a 375°F oven for 15 to 20 minutes.
  12. Tip
  13. If the chicken looks pretty dark before it is cooked through, transfer to wire racks set on baking sheets and bake in a 375°F oven until the meat reaches an internal temperature of 180°F on an instant-read thermometer. Keep fried chicken warm in a 200°F oven. Using a digital thermometer eliminates the need to stand over the chicken. When the alarm sounds, the meat is done.
  14. Alison Oresman has worked as a journalist for more than twenty years. She has written and edited for newspapers in Wyoming, Florida, and Washington State. As an entertainment editor for the Miami Herald, she oversaw the paper’s restaurant coverage and wrote a weekly column as a restaurant critic. After settling in Washington State, she also covered restaurants in the greater Seattle area as a critic with a weekly column. A dedicated home baker, Alison is often in the kitchen when she isn’t writing. Alison lives in Bellevue, Washington, with her husband, Warren, and their children, Danny and Callie. A pastry chef, restaurateur, and cookbook author, native Texan Rebecca Rather has been proprietor of the Rather Sweet
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Nutrition Facts

Calories2199kcal
Protein1.07%
Fat93.74%
Carbs5.19%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12.75
Glycemic Load
18.53
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.718260816906%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:2198.55kcal
109.93%
Fat:232.66g
357.94%
Saturated Fat:36.61g
228.8%
Carbohydrates:29.02g
9.67%
Net Carbohydrates:27.8g
10.11%
Sugar:4.36g
4.85%
Cholesterol:8.8mg
2.93%
Sodium:1342.04mg
58.35%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.95g
11.9%
Vitamin K:426.65µg
406.33%
Vitamin E:19.05mg
126.98%
Selenium:13.64µg
19.48%
Vitamin B1:0.29mg
19.26%
Vitamin B2:0.31mg
18%
Folate:62.36µg
15.59%
Manganese:0.3mg
14.8%
Iron:2.06mg
11.45%
Calcium:106.94mg
10.69%
Phosphorus:106.51mg
10.65%
Vitamin B3:2.01mg
10.07%
Vitamin A:433.68IU
8.67%
Vitamin D:1.04µg
6.93%
Vitamin B12:0.37µg
6.13%
Potassium:187.66mg
5.36%
Fiber:1.22g
4.88%
Vitamin B5:0.46mg
4.64%
Magnesium:17.5mg
4.37%
Copper:0.08mg
4.17%
Zinc:0.57mg
3.83%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.03%
Vitamin C:2.08mg
2.52%
Source:Epicurious