Southern Fried Hot 'N Spicy Chicken Coating | Atomic Chicken

Model: AC-SFC-HNS

Atomic Chicken Southern Fried Hot 'N Spicy chicken coating is a ready-seasoned flour blend that turns thigh fillets, breast fillets and tenderloins into crunchy, spicy fried chicken at home. Each 500 g resealable pouch holds enough for two full batches, so there is always some left for the next cook-up.

 Suitable for:

• Southern fried chicken pieces, cooked in batches in a fryer or pan
• Fried chicken burgers made with whole thigh fillets or halved breast fillets
• Tenderloin chicken strips
• Home cooks who want the seasoning and the flour in one pouch

 Why fried chicken fans choose this coating

• Flour, spices and seasoning are already blended, so there is nothing to measure or mix
• Half a pouch (250 g) coats 6–7 chicken pieces
• Resealable pouch keeps the rest fresh for the next batch
• Works on thigh fillets, breast fillets and tenderloins
• Step-by-step buttermilk fried chicken recipe printed on the back of the pack
• Australian owned and made

It suits anyone who wants spicy southern fried chicken at home without building a seasoned flour from scratch.

 Crunch and spice in one pouch

Good fried chicken comes down to the coating. This one blends plain flour and corn flour with spices, chicken salt and rice cereal, so the seasoning goes on with the flour in a single step.

• Ready-seasoned blend: the spices and salt are already in the flour, so every piece is seasoned the same way.
• Rice cereal and corn flour: both are part of the blend alongside the plain flour.
• 500 g resealable pouch: use half for one batch and seal the rest for later.
• Two batches per pouch: the pack recipe uses 250 g of coating for 6–7 chicken pieces.

 How to cook with Hot 'N Spicy chicken coating

The recipe on the back of the pack is a classic buttermilk southern fried chicken. Using this Hot 'N Spicy chicken coating takes a little planning, because the chicken marinates in buttermilk for at least two hours before it is coated and fried.

1. Gather 6–7 chicken pieces (skinless preferred), half a pouch (250 g) of coating, 600 ml of buttermilk, 2 tablespoons of salt, and sunflower, canola or peanut oil for frying.
2. Trim any unwanted skin or fat. For even cooking, place thighs or breasts between plastic wrap and gently pound them to a uniform thickness.
3. Whisk the salt into the buttermilk in a large bowl, add the chicken and mix until well coated.
4. Transfer to an airtight container or zip lock bag and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours. Overnight is better.
5. While the oil heats, pour the coating into a medium bowl and cover each piece well, pressing it in with your hands for a nice thick layer. A thick coat of buttermilk helps create the crunchy bits.
6. Fry in batches of 2 to 3 pieces until golden brown and cooked through. Do not overcrowd the fryer or pan.
7. Rest the chicken on a wire rack to drain off excess oil, then serve.

 Product details

 Optional extras from Atomic Chicken

Round out the feed with sauces and seasonings from the same range.

• Buffalo Hot Sauce | Atomic Chicken: toss or dip your fried chicken for extra kick.
• Chicken Blue Cheese Sauce | Atomic Chicken: a dipping sauce to serve alongside.
• Atomic Salt by Atomic Chicken: season the chips while the chicken rests.
• Atomic Chicken Southern Fried Chicken Coating: the original version for anyone at the table who prefers it without the heat.
• Atomic Chicken Southern Fried Chicken Coating Combo: both southern fried coatings in one pack.

 Frequently asked questions

How much chicken does one pouch coat?

The recipe on the pack uses half a pouch (250 g) for 6–7 chicken pieces, so a full 500 g pouch covers two batches.

Is this coating gluten free?

No. It is made with plain flour and contains gluten (wheat). It may also contain traces of dairy, soy, sesame, peanuts and tree nuts. Atomic Chicken also makes a Gluten Friendly Southern Fried Chicken Coating.

Does it contain MSG?

Yes. The ingredients include flavour enhancer 621.

What oil should I fry with?

The pack recipe recommends sunflower, canola or peanut oil.

How long does the chicken need to marinate?

At least 2 hours in salted buttermilk in the fridge. Overnight is preferred.

 Bring the fire to your backyard

Grab a pouch of Atomic Chicken Southern Fried Hot 'N Spicy and put crunchy, spicy fried chicken on the table for burger night, game day or a weekend feed with mates. Order online for fast Australia-wide shipping and hassle-free 60-day returns.

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