Cajun-Inspired Fried Chicken

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 lb / 1.1 kg chicken pieces
• 1 1/2 cups / 355 mL buttermilk
• 1 3/4 cups / 210 g flour
• 2 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp cayenne
• 1 1/4 tsp salt
• High-heat frying oil, as needed

Method

1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk under refrigeration.
2. Mix flour with the seasonings and dredge chicken.
3. Rest briefly on a rack.
4. Cook in suitable frying equipment until crisp and 165°F / 73.9°C internally.
5. Rest on a clean rack before serving.