Southern Fried Chicken Gizzards
Crispy on the outside, tender inside—these Southern fried chicken gizzards are soaked in buttermilk, seasoned to perfection, and fried golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Ingredients
1 pound chicken gizzards
1 cup buttermilk
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon paprika
Salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
Oil for frying
Instructions
Prep Gizzards: Rinse chicken gizzards under cold water and pat dry.
Soak: Place gizzards in a bowl or zip-top bag. Pour in buttermilk and soak for at least 1 hour or overnight in the refrigerator for extra tenderness.
Seasoned Flour: In a separate bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat Oil: In a deep skillet, pour oil about 1 inch deep and heat over medium until shimmering (about 350°F if using a thermometer).
Dredge: Remove gizzards from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Coat well in the seasoned flour mixture.
Fry: Carefully add gizzards to hot oil and fry for 5–7 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through.
Drain and Serve: Transfer to paper towels to drain. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce or sides.
Notes
Soaking in buttermilk helps tenderize the gizzards and adds flavor.
For extra crunch, double-dip in buttermilk and flour before frying.
Best served immediately while hot and crispy.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/southern-fried-chicken-gizzards/
