Fried Chicken Gizzards
Whether you’re looking for a unique appetizer, a tasty snack, or a main course, Fried Chicken Gizzards fit the bill. They’re versatile enough to be enjoyed on their own or paired with various sides and sauces. The simplicity of the white rice allows the flavors of the gizzards to shine.
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 1 pound gizzards
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 tsp hot sauce
- 1 ¼ cup self rising flour
- 1 tbsp plus 2 tsp seasoned salt
- 1 ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ teaspoon ground garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- First, remove the extra parts from the chicken gizzards. Put buttermilk and hot sauce in a plastic bag and shake it. Add the gizzards to the bag and let them soak for 1-2 hours.
- In a big bag, mix flour, seasoned salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cayenne, and paprika. Stir until everything is mixed together.
- After the gizzards have soaked, put a few at a time in the seasoned flour bag. Shake them to cover evenly, then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Put the sheet in the fridge for 20 minutes to make the flour stick.
- Heat oil on medium-high. Make sure the oil is at least 2-3 inches deep. Fry the gizzards until they're golden brown, then put them on paper towels to soak up the extra oil.
Notes
Deep Fryer: It's great if you have one because you don't have to flip the gizzards, and they cook evenly. If you don't, use a smaller, deeper pan to make sure there's enough oil.
Marinate: This step is important for making the best-fried chicken gizzards because it helps make the meat less tough by softening it.