Atkins Crispy Buttermilk Fried Chicken

Total Time: 3 hrs 35 mins Preparation Time: 3 hrs Cook Time: 35 mins

Ingredients

• Servings: 4
• 1 1/2 cups buttermilk
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 broiler-fryer chicken, chicken cut into 8 pieces (about 3 pounds)
• 1 cup soy flour
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• vegetable oil (for frying)

Recipe

• 1 in a large bowl, mix buttermilk and lemon juice. add chicken, cover and refrigerate for at least 3 hours (can marinate overnight). preheat oven to 350°f drain chicken and pat dry with paper towels. combine soya powder, salt and pepper in a plastic bag. in 2 batches, add chicken and toss to coat. place chicken on wire rack and let dry 15 minutes. heat 1/2 cup oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and fry chicken i batches 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown. place chicken on baking sheet and bake 25-30 minutes until chicken is cooked through.