Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
10 piece

Chicken pieces

skinned

1 cup

Flour

0.75 tsp

Salt

0.25 tsp

Garlic powder

1 pinch

Pepper

1 unit

Oil

for frying

1 cup

Butter

melted

0.5 cup

Honey

0.5 cup

Pecans

chopped, toasted

Step 1
~5 min

Soak skinned chicken in buttermilk for 1.5 hours.

Step 2
~5 min

Combine flour, salt, garlic powder, and pepper in a bowl.

Step 3
~5 min

Coat chicken with the flour mixture, ensuring even coverage.

Step 4
~5 min

Let the coated chicken rest for 20 minutes to allow the coating to adhere.

Step 5
~5 min

Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).

Step 6
~5 min

Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.

Step 7
~5 min

Remove the fried chicken and place it in a 9x13 inch baking pan.

Step 8
~5 min

In a saucepan, melt butter and honey together over medium heat.

Step 9
~5 min

Stir in the chopped, toasted pecans.

Step 10
~5 min

Heat the honey-pecan mixture until it is golden brown, stirring occasionally.

Step 11
~5 min

Pour the honey-pecan glaze evenly over the fried chicken.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve hot with rice or your favorite sides.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken is cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the chicken to maintain oil temperature.

For extra crispy chicken, double-dip in the flour mixture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can prepare flour mixture and chop pecans in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Mashed potatoes

Coleslaw

Green beans

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Mac and cheese

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southern United States

Cultural Significance

A staple of Southern cuisine, often associated with family gatherings and celebrations.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Thanksgiving
Christmas
Summer picnics

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Potluck
Weekend meal

Popularity Score

85/100

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