OLD FASHIONED CRISPY FRIED CHICKEN WINGS | I HEART RECIPES

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Want to learn how to make the best old fashioned crispy fried chicken wings? You need to brine them first. This fried chicken recipe makes some of the most flavorful and moist chicken. Learn how to brine chicken, make the batter and cook up these wings by checking out the recipe card & video to make this fried chicken.

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 14

BRINE
4 cups cold water
1 tbsp salt
2 tbsp sugar
Chicken recipe
1 lb chicken wings
3/4 cup all purpose flour
1/4 cup cornstarch
1 1/2 tsp poultry seasoning
1 tsp onion powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp smoked paprika
1/2 tsp salt
2 1/2 cups of corn oil for frying

Steps:

  • Wash the chicken under cool water, then place it in large bowl or container.
  • Combine 4 cups cold water, 1 tbsp salt, and 2 tbsp sugar.
  • Stir until the salt and sugar dissolve.
  • Pour the brine ( sugar/salt/water) into the bowl or container with the chicken.
  • Make sure that the chicken is 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 the poultry seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika.
  • Combine the all purpose flour, cornstarch, and 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.
  • Carefully add in the chicken, and fry until golden brown.
  • Place the chicken on a paper towel lined plate.
  • Serve and enjoy!

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