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Gus's Fried Chicken Recipe

Gus's Fried Chicken Recipe

Gus's Fried Chicken Recipe is a world-famous recipe from Memphis, Tennessee. With this recipe, you can make crispy, golden brown Chicken at home.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 450 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • Chicken Pieces: 8
  • Quart buttermilk: 1
  • Flour: 3cups
  • Paprika: 2 tablespoon
  • Cayenne powder: 1 tablespoon
  • Salt: 2 tablespoon
  • Grounded black pepper: 1 tablespoon
  • Peanut oil

Instructions
 

  • Wash the Chicken and place them in a pan.
  • Add one quartz buttermilk.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight for best results.
  • Combine all the ingredients: flour, paprika, cayenne powder, and ground pepper in a large plastic bag and shake to mix.
  • Heat the pan or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Coat the chicken pieces with flour.
  • Fry them in a hot oil.
  • Turning them until they do not become golden brown and crispy.
  • 12-15 minutes per side.
  • Your Gus's Fried Chicken is ready to serve.
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