Copycat KFC Chicken
Crispy, juicy, and packed with classic flavor, this Copycat KFC Chicken recipe brings restaurant-style fried chicken right to your kitchen with a perfectly seasoned crunchy coating.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 37 minutes (excluding marinating time)
- Yield: 6 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
3 lbs chicken pieces (legs, thighs, breasts)
2 cups buttermilk
2 large eggs
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 tsp salt
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp dried basil
1/2 tsp oregano
1/2 tsp celery salt
1/2 tsp ground mustard
1/4 tsp ground ginger
1/4 tsp white pepper
Vegetable oil, for frying
Instructions
In a large bowl, whisk together the buttermilk and eggs. Add the chicken pieces, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight for maximum flavor.
In another large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme, basil, oregano, celery salt, ground mustard, ginger, and white pepper.
Remove the chicken from the marinade and allow any excess liquid to drip off.
Coat each piece thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, pressing the coating firmly onto the chicken.
Place the coated chicken on a wire rack and let it rest for 10–15 minutes to help the breading adhere.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or heavy skillet to 350°F (175°C).
Fry the chicken in batches, turning occasionally, for 15–18 minutes or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
Marinating overnight produces the juiciest and most flavorful chicken.
Cornstarch helps create an extra crispy crust.
Avoid overcrowding the fryer to maintain oil temperature.
Use a meat thermometer to ensure the chicken reaches a safe internal temperature.
Keep cooked chicken warm in a 200°F oven while frying additional batches.
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