Sour Cream Southern Fried Chicken Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a large bowl, combine sour cream, buttermilk, and spices. Add chicken and marinate for at least 2 hours.
• STEP 2.In a separate bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika. Dredge the marinated chicken in the flour mixture.
• STEP 3.Heat oil in a deep skillet or Dutch oven. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through.
• STEP 4.Transfer the fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Serve hot with your favorite sides.

Cooking Tips

• For extra crispy chicken, double-dip the chicken in the flour mixture after the initial dredging.
• Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the chicken to ensure a crispy crust.
• If you don't have buttermilk, you can substitute it with regular milk mixed with lemon juice or vinegar.

Storage and Serving

• Leftover fried chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• Reheat the chicken in the oven at 350掳F (175掳C) for about 10-15 minutes until heated through.
• Serve the Sour Cream Southern Fried Chicken with mashed potatoes, coleslaw, and hot sauce for a complete meal.