Fried Chicken and Mashed Potatoes Recipe
Hey friends I’m so excited to share my favorite comfort dinner that’s crispy on the outside tender on the inside with a big scoop of creamy mashed potatoes
Ingredients
1. 4 chicken thighs and 4 chicken drumsticks skin on
2. 1 cup buttermilk
3. 1 cup all purpose flour
4. 1 teaspoon paprika
5. 1 teaspoon garlic powder
6. 1 teaspoon onion powder
7. salt and pepper to taste
8. oil for frying
Mashed Potato Ingredients
1. 2 pounds russet potatoes peeled and cubed
2. 4 tablespoons butter
3. ½ cup milk (warm)
4. salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large bowl pour in the buttermilk add a pinch of salt and pepper then toss the chicken pieces so they’re all coated. Let them sit for at least 30 minutes or up to a few hours in the fridge for extra flavor
2. In another bowl whisk together flour paprika garlic powder onion powder and a little salt and pepper
3. Heat about an inch of oil in a heavy skillet over medium high heat until hot but not smoking
4. Dredge each piece of chicken in the seasoned flour shake off excess then carefully place in the hot oil
5. Fry the chicken for about 6 to 8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should read 165°F) then transfer to a paper towel lined plate
6. While the chicken is frying place the potatoes in a pot cover with cold water bring to a boil and simmer for 15 minutes or until fork tender
7. Drain the potatoes return them to the pot add butter and warm milk then mash until smooth and creamy season with salt and pepper
8. Serve the crispy chicken alongside a big scoop of mashed potatoes and enjoy right away
Nothing beats this warm and simple meal for a cozy night in Hope you love it as much as I do
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