KFC Fried Chicken (Restaurant Copycat)

⏱️ 40 minutes👥 4-6 servings❤️ Taste: /10
KFC Fried Chicken (Restaurant Copycat)

Nutrition Facts

Calories
N/A
Protein
N/Ag
Carbs
N/Ag
Fiber
N/Ag

Health Benefits

Ingredients

  • •- 3 lbs bone-in chicken pieces (mix of thighs, drumsticks, wings)
  • •- 2 cups buttermilk
  • •- 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • •- 2 tbsp paprika
  • •- 1 tbsp dried sage
  • •- 2 tsp garlic powder
  • •- 2 tsp onion powder
  • •- 2 tsp dried oregano
  • •- 1 tbsp kosher salt
  • •- 2 tsp black pepper
  • •- Vegetable oil for deep frying

Instructions

  1. 11. Marinate chicken pieces in buttermilk for 4-6 hours, refrigerated.
  2. 22. Combine flour with all dry spices in large mixing bowl. Create a precise seasoning blend by whisking ingredients thoroughly.
  3. 33. Remove chicken from buttermilk, letting excess drip off. Dredge each piece completely in seasoned flour mixture, pressing coating firmly into meat.
  4. 44. Heat vegetable oil in large cast-iron skillet to 325°F. Use deep-fry thermometer for precision.
  5. 55. Carefully lower chicken pieces into hot oil, working in batches. Fry 12-15 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. 66. Remove chicken, drain on wire rack with paper towels underneath to maintain crispy texture.