Firecracker Fried Chicken Drumsticks

These deep-fried chicken legs are marinated overnight in hot pepper sauce, then coated in a seasoned cornmeal blend and fried until golden and crispy.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 25 mins
• Total Time: 45 mins
• Calories: 475 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 quart vegetable oil for frying
• 2 tablespoons yellow cornmeal
• 8 chicken drumsticks, skin removed
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.33333334326744 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup hot pepper sauce

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2

Place chicken into a resealable plastic bag and pour in hot sauce. Massage the bag to coat chicken with sauce, squeeze out excess air, and seal the bag. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or up to 24 hours for spicer chicken.

Step 3

Combine flour, cornmeal, and salt in another resealable plastic bag. Add the marinated drumsticks, seal the bag, and shake to coat.

Step 4

Fry chicken, uncovered, in the preheated deep fryer, turning occasionally, until golden brown, crispy, and the juices run clear, 25 to 30 minutes.