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

Fry chicken, uncovered, in the preheated deep fryer, turning occasionally, until golden brown, crispy, and the juices run clear, 25 to 30 minutes. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Step 2

Gather all ingredients.

Step 3

Place chicken into a resealable plastic bag and pour in hot sauce.

Step 4

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 5

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large skillet to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Combine flour, cornmeal, and salt in another resealable plastic bag.

Step 6

Add the marinated drumsticks, seal the bag, and shake to coat.