Crispy Fried Chicken Legs & Creamy Mashed Potatoes

 🍗🔥 Crispy Fried Chicken Legs & Creamy Mashed Potatoes! 🥔 The Comfort Food Combo That’ll Have Everyone Asking for Seconds!

Craving a classic, soul-satisfying dinner? This Crispy Fried Chicken Legs & Creamy Mashed Potatoes recipe delivers juicy chicken with a golden, crunchy coating, paired with the fluffiest mashed potatoes. Perfect for family dinners or when you’re craving a comforting, home-cooked meal! 🍗🥔💥

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

4 chicken drumsticks

1 cup buttermilk

1 cup all-purpose flour

1 tsp paprika

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/2 tsp onion powder

1/2 tsp dried thyme

Salt & pepper to taste

Vegetable oil (for frying)

For the Mashed Potatoes:

4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

1/2 cup milk

4 tbsp unsalted butter

Salt & pepper to taste

Directions:

Marinate the Chicken: Soak chicken legs in buttermilk for 1 hour or overnight.

Prepare the Coating: Mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, salt, and pepper in a dish.

Fry: Heat oil to 350°F, coat chicken in the flour mix, and fry for 12-15 mins until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temp).

Make the Mashed Potatoes: Boil potatoes until tender, then mash with butter and milk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper.

Serve your crispy fried chicken legs alongside a heaping serving of creamy mashed potatoes—comfort food perfection!