Description
A flavorful buttermilk marinade that transforms chicken into tender, juicy meat.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups buttermilk
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon mustard powder
- 4 pieces of chicken (thighs or drumsticks)
- Optional: Fresh herbs, lemon juice, vinegar
Instructions
- Start by gathering all your ingredients.
- Whisk together the buttermilk and hot sauce until well combined.
- Add garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, black pepper, salt, dried thyme, and mustard powder to the buttermilk mixture.
- Place chicken pieces in a resealable bag or large container. Pour the marinade over the chicken.
- Refrigerate and let it marinate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Preheat your oven or grill for cooking.
- Remove the chicken from the marinade and cook until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C).
Notes
For healthier alternatives, consider using fat-free buttermilk or substituting chicken with tofu or tempeh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling or Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg