Description
Crispy KFC Fried Chicken is the ultimate comfort food that brings a taste of Southern tradition right to your kitchen. This homemade recipe perfectly replicates the iconic flavors of Kentucky Fried Chicken, featuring a secret blend of herbs and spices that deliver a delightfully crunchy exterior while keeping the chicken juicy and tender inside. Ideal for family dinners, game days, or casual gatherings, this fried chicken dish is not only easy to make but also sure to impress your loved ones with its finger-lickin’ goodness. Serve it with classic sides like coleslaw or mashed potatoes for a true Southern feast!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole chicken, cut into 8 pieces
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup paprika
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons white pepper
- 1 tablespoon celery salt
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dry mustard
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 2 teaspoons dried thyme
- 2 teaspoons dried basil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon MSG (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the chicken by cutting it into 8 pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together buttermilk and egg, then marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Mix flour and seasonings in another bowl to create the seasoned flour.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or Dutch oven to 350°F.
- Dredge marinated chicken pieces in the seasoned flour, shaking off excess.
- Fry in batches for 12-15 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- Transfer cooked chicken to a warm oven set at 175°F while cooking remaining pieces.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (140g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 85mg