Classic fried chicken gets a spicy update with the help of a few simple ingredients. This fried chicken recipe is crispy, zesty, and super delicious!
Cook Time
15 minutes
Total Time
2 hr 25 min
Yield
2 servings
Ingredients
½ cup sour cream (120 g)
6 oz hot sauce (170 g)
4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
4 cups vegetable oil (960 mL)
1 oz buffalo wing seasoning mix (25 g), divide
1 ½ cups all purpose flour (180 g)
How to Make It
1. Step
In a large bowl whisk together the sour cream and hot sauce.
2. Step
Season the chicken thighs on both sides with salt and pepper. Add to the marinade and coat well. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the refrigerator for at least 1–2 hours, or overnight.
3. Step
Heat the vegetable oil in a large high-walled skillet over high heat until it reaches 350°F (180°C).
4. Step
Set aside 1 teaspoon of the buffalo seasoning mix, then add the rest to a large bowl with the flour and whisk to combine.
5. Step
Remove the chicken from the marinate and coat in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
6. Step
Fry the chicken, 2 thighs at a time, in the hot oil, flipping frequently to ensure even cooking, for about 15 minutes, until golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.
7. Step
Season the chicken with reserved buffalo wing seasoning.
