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Classic Bucket Meal Recipe

American · Main course · 55 min total

A fun and customizable family meal featuring crispy fried chicken, seasoned fries, coleslaw, and biscuits, all served in a bucket for a true fast-food experience at home.

Ingredients

• 8 chicken drumsticks or thighs
• 2 cups buttermilk
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 large potatoes, cut into fries
• 4 cups vegetable oil for frying
• 2 cups shredded cabbage
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 4 refrigerated biscuits

Instructions

1. Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 1 hour or overnight in the fridge.
2. In a shallow dish, mix flour, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
4. Dredge each chicken piece in seasoned flour, shaking off excess. Fry in batches for 12-15 minutes until golden and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Drain on paper towels.
5. Fry the potato fries in the same oil for 4-5 minutes until golden. Drain and season with salt.
6. For coleslaw: mix cabbage, mayonnaise, vinegar, and sugar. Refrigerate until serving.
7. Bake biscuits according to package directions.
8. Serve chicken, fries, coleslaw, and biscuits in a large bucket or bowl.

Tips

• For extra crispy chicken, double-dip: buttermilk, flour, buttermilk, flour again.
• Keep fried items warm in a 200°F oven while finishing batches.
• Substitute chicken breast strips if preferred.

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