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Country Fried Chicken Recipe

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This Country Fried Chicken recipe is a comforting classic featuring crispy fried chicken pieces seasoned to perfection. Paired with creamy roasted garlic mashed potatoes infused with fresh parsley and dill, this meal offers a satisfying blend of savory flavors and hearty textures ideal for a family dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

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For the Fried Chicken

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes

  • 1 head garlic, small
  • 6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • Salt, to taste
  • 50 ml (1/4 cup) whole milk, hot
  • 100 g (1/2 cup) unsalted butter
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1–2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Roast Garlic: Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F). Cut the top off the garlic head to expose the cloves, wrap it in aluminum foil, and bake for 45-50 minutes until the cloves become very soft. Allow to cool.
  2. Prepare Potatoes: While roasting the garlic, boil the peeled and quartered potatoes in salted water until very tender. Drain and then steam dry the potatoes to remove excess moisture.
  3. Make Mashed Potatoes: Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves out of their skins into a small bowl and mash them with a fork. Return the dry potatoes to the pot, add hot milk, and start mashing with a potato masher until mostly smooth. Add butter and continue mashing. Stir in half of the mashed roasted garlic, then gradually add more garlic to taste. Season with salt. Fold in the fresh parsley and dill gently with a spatula. Keep warm until serving.
  4. Prepare Chicken Coating: In a shallow bowl, combine flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. In another bowl, whisk together eggs and buttermilk.
  5. Coat Chicken Pieces: Dip each chicken piece first into the egg mixture, then dredge thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring an even coating. For extra crispiness, repeat the egg and flour dredging one more time.
  6. Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or frying pan over medium heat until it reaches 175°C (350°F). Fry the chicken pieces in batches, avoiding overcrowding, until golden brown and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally.
  7. Drain and Serve: Remove the fried chicken and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil. Serve hot alongside the creamy roasted garlic mashed potatoes, optionally topped with a pat of butter and additional herbs for garnish.

Notes

  • Ensure the oil temperature is consistent for evenly cooked chicken with a crispy crust.
  • Use fresh herbs like parsley and dill to add brightness to the mashed potatoes.
  • For a spicier kick, add cayenne pepper to the flour mixture.
  • Roasting garlic mellows its flavor and adds a subtle sweetness; do not skip this step for best results.
  • Let the mashed potatoes steam dry well to prevent watery texture.
  • Double dredging the chicken ensures a thicker, crunchier crust.

Keywords: Country Fried Chicken, Fried Chicken, Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Comfort Food, Southern Cooking, Crispy Chicken

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