Crispy Hot Sauce Fried Chicken (Drumsticks)

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A delicious homemade fried chicken recipe with a spicy hot sauce marinade and crispy seasoned coating.

Introduction

This fried chicken recipe combines juicy drumsticks marinated in hot sauce with a flavorful seasoned flour coating. The result is crispy on the outside and tender on the inside—perfect for lunch, dinner, or parties.

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 8–10 chicken drumsticks
  • 1 cup hot sauce (such as Louisiana Hot Sauce)
  • 1 teaspoon Creole seasoning (like Tony Chachere’s)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon salt

For the Coating

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon Creole seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)

For Frying

  • Vegetable oil or peanut oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken
    Wash and pat dry the chicken drumsticks with paper towels.
  2. Make the Marinade
    In a large bowl, mix hot sauce, Creole seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Marinate the Chicken
    Add the drumsticks to the bowl and coat them well with the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for deeper flavor).
  4. Prepare the Flour Coating
    In another bowl combine flour, Creole seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cayenne pepper.
  5. Coat the Chicken
    Remove each drumstick from the marinade and roll it in the seasoned flour mixture until fully coated.
  6. Heat the Oil
    Heat oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry the Chicken
    Carefully place the coated drumsticks in the hot oil. Fry for 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
  8. Drain
    Remove chicken and place on paper towels or a wire rack to drain excess oil.

Method Tips

  • Let the coated chicken rest for 5–10 minutes before frying to help the crust stick better.
  • Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Nutrition (Approximate per serving)

  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 22 g
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Carbohydrates: 15 g

Benefits

  • High protein meal
  • Homemade seasoning without preservatives
  • Crispy texture with juicy interior

History

Fried chicken is a classic dish in Southern American cuisine. Over time, cooks added spicy sauces and Creole seasonings from Louisiana to create bold, flavorful variations like this hot sauce fried chicken.

Conclusion

This crispy hot sauce fried chicken is simple, flavorful, and perfect for anyone who loves crunchy, spicy comfort food. Serve it with fries, coleslaw, or biscuits for a complete meal.

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