“Slap Ya Momma Fried Chicken” is a spicy, Southern‑style fried chicken recipe inspired by the Cajun seasoning brand Slap Ya Mama. It’s known for being extra crispy, juicy, and boldly seasoned. 🍗🔥
🧂 Ingredients
Chicken
- 1 whole chicken cut into pieces (or 8–10 pieces)
- 2 cups buttermilk
- 1–2 tbsp Slap Ya Mama Cajun seasoning
- 2 cups all‑purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp cayenne pepper (optional for extra heat)
- Salt to taste
- Oil for frying (vegetable or peanut oil)
🍗 Preparation Steps
1️⃣ Marinate the Chicken
- Place chicken pieces in a bowl.
- Add buttermilk and 1 tablespoon Slap Ya Mama seasoning.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 2 hours (overnight is best).
👉 This tenderizes the chicken and adds flavor.
2️⃣ Prepare the Coating
In a large bowl mix:
- Flour
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Black pepper
- Cayenne
- 1 tbsp Slap Ya Mama seasoning
3️⃣ Coat the Chicken
- Remove chicken from buttermilk.
- Dredge each piece in the seasoned flour.
- Press the flour mixture firmly so it sticks well.
- Let coated chicken rest 10 minutes for a crispier crust.
4️⃣ Fry
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet or fryer.
- Fry chicken pieces 12–15 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Cook until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
5️⃣ Drain & Serve
- Place chicken on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve hot with sides like:
- mashed potatoes
- coleslaw
- biscuits
- fries 🍟
⭐ Tips for Perfect Fried Chicken
✔ Use buttermilk marinade overnight for maximum tenderness.
✔ Keep oil temperature steady (too low = greasy chicken).
✔ Double‑dip (buttermilk → flour → buttermilk → flour) for extra crunchy coating.
✅ Result: Crispy outside, juicy inside, with a bold Cajun kick.
If you want, I can also show you:
- 🍗 The secret KFC‑style 11‑spice fried chicken recipe
- 🔥 The crispiest Southern fried chicken method used by restaurants.
