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Crispy Southern Fried Chicken Wings

Here's a simple recipe for the crispiest, juiciest Southern fried chicken wings! First they're brined with a simple salt and sugar solution, then fried to golden-brown perfection.
Course Dinner
Cuisine American, Southern
Keyword chicken wings, Crispy Fried Chicken Wings, fried chicken wings
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Brining Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 30 minutes
Author I Heart Recipes

Ingredients

Brine:

Chicken Wings:

Instructions

  • Wash the chicken under cool water, then place it in a large bowl or container.
    1 lb chicken wings
  • Combine 4 cups cold water, 1 tbsp salt, and 2 tbsp sugar. Stir until the salt and sugar dissolve.
    4 cups cold water, 1 tbsp salt, 2 tbsp sugar
  • Pour the chicken wing brine into the bowl or container with the chicken. Make sure that the chicken is completely covered with the brine.
  • Cover the bowl/container, then place in the refrigerator for about 4 hours.
  • Drain the brine from the bowl, but do not rinse the chicken.
  • Season the chicken with poultry seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
    1 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • Combine the all purpose flour, cornstarch, and 1/2 tsp salt.
    3/4 cup all purpose flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1/2 tsp salt
  • Pour the flour mixture into a large freezer bag, then toss in the chicken wings. Shake the bag until the chicken is well coated with flour.
  • Remove the chicken from the bag, and shake off any excess flour.
  • Pour the oil into a large skillet, and let it heat up over medium heat for about 10 minutes.
    2 1/2 cups of corn oil for frying
  • Carefully add in the chicken, and fry until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes.
  • Place the chicken on a paper towel-lined plate.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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