Classic Southern Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Coleslaw Recipe
Classic Southern Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes and Coleslaw
ai
chicken
american
Ingredients
- 8 chicken drumsticks
- 500 mls (2.08 cups) buttermilk
- 2 tbsps hot sauce
- 250 gms (0.56 lb) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
- 2 tsps salt
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 500 mls (2.08 cups) vegetable oil
- 1000 gms (2.22 lbs) potatoes
- 50 gms (0.11 lb) butter
- 100 mls (0.42 cup) milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 500 gms (1.11 lbs) green cabbage
- 2 carrot
- 150 mls (0.63 cup) mayonnaise
- 2 tbsps vinegar
- 1 tsp sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix buttermilk and hot sauce. Add chicken drumsticks and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
- In another bowl, combine flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet to 175°C (350°F).
- Remove chicken from the marinade, letting the excess drip off. Dredge the chicken in the flour mixture to coat evenly.
- Fry the chicken in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 12-15 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
- For mashed potatoes: Peel and cut potatoes into chunks. Cook in boiling salted water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and return to the pot. Add butter and milk. Mash until smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.
- For coleslaw: Shred the green cabbage and carrots. In a large bowl, mix mayonnaise, vinegar, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Add the cabbage and carrots to the dressing and toss to combine.
- Serve the fried chicken with mashed potatoes and coleslaw on the side.
Notes
- Ensure the chicken is at room temperature before frying.
- Marinate the chicken overnight for the best flavor.