Spicy Fried Chicken

Enjoy this flavorful Spicy Fried Chicken recipe, marinated in buttermilk and coated with a seasoned flour mix, fried to golden perfection in a blend of infused olive oils. Perfect for a comforting and delicious meal!

Ingredients:

• 6 chicken thighs
• 6 chicken drumsticks
• 3 cups buttermilk
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon pepper
• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 2 teaspoons onion powder
• 2 teaspoons garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon white pepper
• 1 cup Baklouti Green Chile Fused Olive Oil
• 1/2 cup Sage Fused Olive Oil
• 1 cup Whole Fruit Lemon Fused Olive Oil
• 2 cups Butter Infused Olive Oil

Instructions:

1. Marinate the Chicken:
   • In a large mixing bowl, whisk together buttermilk, 2 teaspoons salt, and 1 teaspoon pepper.
   • Add chicken pieces to the buttermilk mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
   • Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours.
2. Prepare the Oil and Breading:
   • In a medium-sized skillet, combine Baklouti Green Chile Fused Olive Oil, Sage Fused Olive Oil, Whole Fruit Lemon Fused Olive Oil, and Butter Infused Olive Oil. Heat over medium-high heat to 350 degrees F.
3. Prepare the Breading:
   • In a gallon-sized resealable plastic bag or shallow dish, combine flour, cornstarch, 1 tablespoon salt, paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, dried basil, and white pepper. Mix thoroughly.
4. Bread and Fry the Chicken:
   • Remove chicken pieces from the buttermilk mixture one at a time, shaking off excess.
   • Place chicken in the breading mix, one piece at a time, and shake to coat thoroughly. Tap off excess breading.
   • Carefully place breaded chicken into the hot oil, frying 3-4 pieces at a time to maintain the oil temperature close to 350 degrees F.
   • Fry each piece for about 14 minutes, turning every 2 minutes, until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
   • Remove fried chicken from the oil and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Let rest for at least 10 minutes before serving.