Firecracker Fried Chicken Bites for Game Day

Allergens

Wheat (Gluten), Dairy (Milk)

Ingredients

• 6 cups vegetable oil for frying 3 lbs chicken wings or drumettes 2 cups all
• purpose flour 1 cup buttermilk 2 tsp paprika 2 tsp garlic powder 1 tsp onion powder 1 tsp cayenne pepper 1/2 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp salt CookJunkie.com's signature Firecracker Seasoning (see below) Firecracker Seasoning: 1 tbsp paprika 1 tbsp garlic powder 1 tbsp onion powder 1 tbsp cayenne pepper 1 tsp ground black pepper 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

1. In a large heavy bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the buttermilk and chicken wings or drumettes, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or up to overnight.
3. In another large bowl, whisk together the flour, Firecracker Seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and salt.
4. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk mixture, letting the excess drip off. Then dredge each piece in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
5. Carefully lower the coated chicken pieces into the hot oil, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 7 8 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through, turning occasionally. Remove with a slotted spoon and place on a paper towel lined plate to drain.
6. Repeat with the remaining chicken pieces, reheating oil as needed between batches.

Chef’s Insight

To add an extra burst of flavor, marinate the chicken wings in your choice of barbecue sauce for 30 minutes before coating them with the Firecracker Seasoning mixture.

Notes

For added convenience, buy pre-cut chicken wings or drumettes.