Crispy, juicy, and packed with bold Southern flavor, this fried chicken recipe is a classic you’ll turn to again and again. A buttermilk marinade and a spicy flour coating give it the perfect crunch and heat!

Ingredients

16 chicken drumsticks (or a combination of drumsticks and thighs)

1 ½ cups buttermilk

1 ½ tablespoons Tabasco sauce

2 teaspoons salt

2 tablespoons black pepper (divided)

2 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Vegetable oil (for frying, about 3 cups)

Instructions

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