Southern Fried Jerk Chicken Recipes

SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika. Roll in flour.
• Add 1/2 to 3/4 inch oil to a large, heavy skillet. Heat to approximately 365 degrees F (185 degrees C). Place chicken pieces in hot oil. Cover, and fry until golden, turning once, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain on paper towels.

REAL SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• In a shallow bowl, whisk 2 cups buttermilk, 1 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper. Add chicken; turn to coat. Refrigerate, covered, overnight., In an electric skillet or deep fryer, heat oil to 375°. Meanwhile, place remaining buttermilk in a shallow bowl. In another shallow bowl, whisk flour, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika and remaining salt and pepper. Place half of flour mixture in another shallow bowl (for a second coat of breading). Drain chicken, discarding marinade; pat chicken dry. Dip in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess. Dip in buttermilk, allowing excess to drain off. For the second coat of breading, dip chicken in remaining flour mixture, patting to help coating adhere., Fry chicken, a few pieces at a time, 4-5 minutes on each side or until browned and juices run clear. Drain on paper towels.

SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, and cayenne. Roll in flour. Deep fry in large skillet until juices run clear and crust is golden brown. Drain on paper towels.

JERK FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Quarter the chicken. Place in plastic or glass container and cover with the Jerk Marinade, making sure all chicken pieces are coated. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Place the marinated chicken on a baking sheet and roast for 15 minutes. Remove the chicken from the oven and allow it to cool enough to handle. Season the warm chicken with salt & black pepper, then coat in buttermilk. Dip the chicken in flour and fry in 425-degree F oil until a deep golden brown, turning frequently during the frying process.
• Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and puree until smooth. Store in a plastic or glass container placed in a cooler until needed.

SOUTHERN FRIED JERK CHICKEN

Steps:

• Combine the Red Stripe Beer (or your beer of choice) and cup buttermilk in a large glass bowl.
• Add chicken to the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for 2 hours.
• Combine the flour, cornmeal, jerk seasoning, cornstarch, paprika, salt and pepper in a bowl. Mix to combine.
• Drain the chicken and discard the marinade.
• Toss the chicken lightly one at a time to coat them. You can use a zip lock bag with the breading mixture to do this.
• Place the breaded chicken on a large baking sheet lined with wax paper. Be sure they do not touch each other. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
• Pour oil in 2-3 inch deep skillet. Heat oil to approx 355°F (check with frying thermometer).
• Add the chicken 2 at a time. Fry each for about 4 minutes on each side or until they are golden brown.
• Remove each piece of chicken and place on paper towel to drain oil. Transfer to an oven safe platter once oil is drained.
• Place in an oven set at 200°F to keep warm. Once all the chicken is cooked, it is best to serve immediately.
• (Preparation time includes marinating).

TRADITIONAL SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN

Steps:

• Marinate chicken in vinegar for a minimum of 1 hours -- overnight is better.
• Mix flour, spices, and baking powder.
• Heat oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Coat chicken in flour mixture.
• Brown on both sides; cover.
• Fry 15 minutes one side.
• Fry 15 minutes other side.
• Take off lid.
• Fry 5 minutes extra to crisp.
• Thanks for keeping the southern tradition alive.