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Golden Corral Fried Chicken Recipe

Golden Corral Fried Chicken Recipe

Hey, Welcome to the Golden Corral Fried Chicken Recipe. It is a crispy, juicy, Southern-style fried chicken served at the famous Golden Corral buffet restaurant.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken pieces
  • 2 cups buttermilk
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 2 eggs
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • Deep fryer or large pot
  • Tongs
  • Thermometer
  • Wire rack or paper towels

Method
 

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken
  1. Soak chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight for the best tenderness and flavor.
    Golden Corral Fried Chicken Recipe
Step 2: Prepare the Coating
  1. Combine flour, cornstarch, salt, paprika, garlic powder, black pepper, and cayenne.
    Golden Corral Fried Chicken Recipe
Step 3: Dip and Coat
  1. Beat eggs. Dip chicken into eggs, then coat fully in the seasoned flour mixture.
    Golden Corral Fried Chicken Recipe
Step 4: Heat the Oil
  1. Heat the oil to 350°F so the chicken fries evenly and turns crispy golden.
    Golden Corral Fried Chicken Recipe
Step 5: Fry the Chicken
  1. Fry each piece for 12–15 minutes until cooked through and perfectly crisp.
    Golden Corral Fried Chicken Recipe
Step 6: Drain and Serve
  1. Place chicken on a wire rack or paper towels to remove excess oil, then enjoy it hot.
    Golden Corral Fried Chicken Recipe

Notes

Serve this Golden Corral fried chicken with classic Southern sides like mashed potatoes, coleslaw, biscuits, mac and cheese, or corn on the cob.