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The Best Buttermilk-Brined Southern Fried Chicken

J. Kenji López-Alt
  • 300 minutes
  • Serves 3 to 4

INGREDIENTS

1

Chicken, about 4 pounds, whole

2 tsp

Garlic powder

2 tsp

Oregano, dried

1

Egg, large

1 1/2 cups

All-purpose flour

1 tsp

Baking powder

2 tbsp

Black pepper, freshly ground

1/2 tsp

Cayenne pepper

1/2 cup

Cornstarch

1

Kosher salt

2 tbsp

Paprika

4 cups

Vegetable shortening or peanut oil

1 cup

Buttermilk