Primary Categories: [[01 - Recipes]] Secondary Categories: [[02 - Entrees]] Tags and Links: #recipe #chicken #southern ## Ingredients #### Cajun Marinade - 1 cup [[Buttermilk]] - 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning - 1 teaspoon hot sauce (optional, adjust to taste) - 1 teaspoon garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon salt - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper - 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs (or a mix of thighs and drumsticks) #### For the Coating: - 1 cup all-purpose flour - 1/2 cup cornstarch - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning - 1 teaspoon paprika - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder - Salt and pepper to taste #### For Frying: - Oil for frying (such as vegetable or peanut oil) ## Directions 1. **Marinate the Chicken:** - In a large bowl, mix together the buttermilk, Cajun seasoning, hot sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. - Add the chicken pieces to the marinade, making sure they're completely coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best flavor. 2. **Prepare the Coating:** - In a large shallow dish, whisk together the flour, cornstarch, Cajun seasoning, paprika, baking powder, salt, and pepper. 3. **Coat the Chicken:** - Remove the chicken from the marinade, letting any excess drip off. - Dredge each piece in the flour mixture until well coated. Shake off any excess flour. Let the coated chicken sit on a wire rack for about 10 minutes to set the crust. 4. **Fry the Chicken:** - Fill a large skillet about 1/3 full with frying oil. Heat to 350°F (175°C). - Carefully add the chicken pieces to the hot oil. Do not overcrowd the pan; work in batches if necessary. - Fry the chicken for about 15-18 minutes, turning occasionally, until the chicken is golden brown and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C). - Once cooked, transfer the chicken to a clean wire rack set over a paper towel to drain any excess oil. 5. **Serve:** - Let the chicken rest for a few minutes before serving. This Cajun-style fried chicken can be enjoyed on its own or with your favorite sides like coleslaw, cornbread, or mashed potatoes.