Atomic Chicken Southern Fried Chicken Coating

Model: AC-SFC

This Australian-made southern fried chicken coating from Atomic Chicken turns buttermilk-marinated chicken into golden, crunchy fried chicken right in your own kitchen. Each 500 g resealable pouch holds enough for two batches of 6 to 7 chicken pieces, so one bag feeds the family with plenty left over for the next cook-up.

Suitable for:

• Thigh fillets and breast fillets for classic Southern-style fried chicken
• Halved breast fillets for homemade fried chicken burgers
• Chicken tenderloins for crunchy chicken strips
• Frying in a deep fryer or pan with sunflower, canola or peanut oil

Why home cooks choose this coating

• Australian owned and made
• Flour, corn flour, spices and chicken salt already blended, so there's nothing to measure
• Seasoning built into the coating, no separate seasoning step
• Pairs with a buttermilk soak for a thick, crunchy crust
• Half a pack coats 6 to 7 chicken pieces
• Resealable pouch lets you save the rest for next time
• Works for fried chicken pieces, burgers and tenders

It's ideal for anyone who wants proper homemade fried chicken without mixing a coating from scratch.

How to use this southern fried chicken coating

Great fried chicken comes down to prep, and the method on the back of the pack is simple to follow. Give the chicken a good buttermilk soak, press the southern fried chicken coating on firmly, and fry in small batches. Here's how each step pays off.

• Even thickness: pound thighs or breasts between plastic wrap with a meat tenderiser or rolling pin so every piece cooks evenly.
• Buttermilk marinade: whisk 2 tablespoons of salt into 600 ml of buttermilk, then marinate the chicken in the fridge for 2 hours or more. Overnight is best.
• Pressed-on coating: tip half a pack (250 g) into a bowl and press it onto the chicken by hand for a nice thick layer.
• Small batches: fry 2 to 3 pieces at a time until golden brown and cooked through for the best results.
• Wire rack finish: rest the cooked chicken on a wire rack to drain off the excess oil before serving.

Flavour and crunch

The coating does the seasoning work for you. Plain flour and corn flour form the base, with spices, chicken salt and vegetable powders mixed straight through, so every piece comes out seasoned from edge to edge.

• Chicken salt and spices: flavour sits in the coating itself, so you skip the separate seasoning step.
• Flour and corn flour base: fries up to a golden brown crust on thighs, breasts and tenders alike.
• Buttermilk pairing: a thick coat of buttermilk under the coating helps build those crunchy bits everyone fights over.

Suited to:

• Family dinners and weekend feeds
• Fried chicken burgers and wraps
• Chicken strips for the kids

Product details

Frequently asked questions

How much coating do I need?

Half a pack (250 g) is enough to coat 6 to 7 chicken pieces, so each 500 g pouch covers two batches.

Do I need buttermilk?

The recipe on the pack marinates the chicken in 600 ml of buttermilk with 2 tablespoons of salt for 2 hours or more, ideally overnight. A thick buttermilk coat helps the coating stick and creates the crunchy bits.

What oil should I fry it in?

The pack recommends sunflower, canola or peanut oil. Fry 2 to 3 pieces at a time and don't overcrowd the fryer or pan.

Is this coating gluten free?

No. It contains gluten (wheat), and may contain traces of dairy, soy, sesame, peanuts and tree nuts.

Where is it made?

ATOMIC CHICKEN is Australian owned and made.

Bring the fire to your backyard

Grab the Atomic Chicken Southern Fried Chicken Coating and serve up golden, crunchy fried chicken the whole crew will be lining up for. We offer fast Australia-wide shipping and hassle-free 60-day returns, so there's nothing stopping your next fried chicken night.

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