Crispy Fried Chicken with Creamy Mashed Potatoes 🍗🥔
This classic comfort food combo features juicy, golden fried chicken paired with velvety, buttery mashed potatoes—perfect for a hearty meal!
Ingredients
For the Fried Chicken:
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4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs & drumsticks (or breasts)
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2 cups buttermilk (or 1 cup milk + 1 tbsp vinegar)
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1 tbsp hot sauce (optional)
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2 cups all-purpose flour
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1 tbsp paprika
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1 tbsp garlic powder
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1 tbsp onion powder
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1 tsp cayenne pepper (adjust for spice)
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp black pepper
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Vegetable oil (for frying)
For the Creamy Mashed Potatoes:
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2 lbs Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, peeled & cubed
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½ cup warm milk (or heavy cream for extra richness)
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4 tbsp butter
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½ cup sour cream
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Salt & pepper to taste
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2 cloves garlic, minced (optional)
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Chopped chives (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Brine the Chicken (30 mins – overnight):
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In a bowl, mix buttermilk + hot sauce.
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Submerge chicken, cover, and refrigerate (at least 30 mins, up to 24 hrs for juicier meat).
2. Prep the Coating:
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In a large bowl, mix flour + paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, salt & pepper.
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Remove chicken from buttermilk (let excess drip off), then dredge in flour mixture.
3. Fry the Chicken:
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Heat 1-2 inches of oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry chicken in batches (don’t overcrowd!) for 12-15 mins, flipping once, until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (74°C).
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Drain on a wire rack (not paper towels—keeps it crispy!).
4. Make the Mashed Potatoes:
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Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (15-20 mins). Drain.
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Mash with butter, warm milk, sour cream, garlic, salt & pepper until smooth.
5. Serve Hot!
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Plate chicken alongside mashed potatoes, drizzle with gravy if desired, and garnish with chives.
Tips for Perfection
✔ Extra Crispy Chicken: Double-dredge (dip back in buttermilk, then flour again).
✔ Gravy Option: Use pan drippings + 2 tbsp flour & 1 cup chicken broth.
✔ Oven Finish: If chicken is browning too fast, finish in a 350°F oven for 10 mins.
Why It’s a Winner:
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Crispy, juicy chicken with a well-seasoned crust.
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Silky mashed potatoes with a touch of garlic and tangy sour cream.
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Comfort food heaven in every bite!
Enjoy with a side of buttery corn or collard greens for the ultimate Southern feast. 😋🍽️