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Publix Fried Chicken Recipe

Publix Fried Chicken Recipe

Hey, Welcome to the Publix Fried Chicken Recipe. Publix Fried Chicken is a crispy, juicy, and perfectly seasoned Southern-style fried chicken that everyone loves.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 People
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Mixing bowls
  • Tongs
  • Deep fryer or heavy pot
  • Wire rack
  • Baking sheet
  • Meat thermometer

Method
 

Step 1: Prepare the Chicken
  1. Clean and pat dry chicken pieces. Soak them in a buttermilk and egg mixture for at least 30 minutes to help achieve a juicy texture.
    Publix Fried Chicken Recipe
Step 2: Coat with Seasoned Flour
  1. In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne. Dredge each chicken piece thoroughly.
    Publix Fried Chicken Recipe
Step 3: Heat Oil
  1. In a saucepan or deep fryer, heat the oil to 350°F. Make sure there’s enough oil to fully submerge the chicken.
    Publix Fried Chicken Recipe
Step 4: Fry the Chicken
  1. Fry chicken in batches for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and cooked through. Internal temperature should reach 165°F.
    Publix Fried Chicken Recipe
Step 5: Drain and Serve
  1. Set the fried chicken on a wire rack above a baking sheet to allow any excess oil to drain. Serve warm and enjoy that Publix-style crunch.
    Publix Fried Chicken Recipe

Notes

Serve your Publix Fried Chicken with classic Southern sides like mashed potatoes, buttery biscuits, mac and cheese, or coleslaw.