Description
A joyful summer comfort recipe pairing crispy fried chicken with refreshing watermelon, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
4 chicken thighs
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup flour
Salt and pepper to taste
Oil for frying
Watermelon slices for serving
Instructions
1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk with salt and pepper for at least 30 minutes.
2. Heat oil in a skillet to 350°F.
3. Dredge chicken in seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
4. Fry chicken until golden and cooked through, about 8-10 minutes per side.
5. Drain on wire rack.
6. Serve with chilled watermelon slices.
Notes
Use fresh, ripe watermelon for the best flavor.
Serve immediately to enjoy the crispy chicken and cold watermelon contrast.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece chicken with watermelon
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: fried chicken and watermelon, summer recipes, comfort food